MLS doesn’t stop for international breaks, but Inter Miami CF won’t play this weekend.
While FIFA spreads international windows across the calendar, MLS does not usually abide by them, outside of brief stops during the FIFA World Cup and other major tournaments.
As international teams, including the USMNT, Canada and Mexico, play this weekend, MLS continues with Matchday 4 and a 14-game slate. However, Inter Miami CF and the New England Revolution get off easy with a bye week.
Why Doesn’t MLS Pause for International Break?
Fixture congestion is an issue around the world with an increase in friendly matches and tournaments, and that’s no different in MLS, where the regular season runs from February to October.
In addition to a 34-game regular season, MLS clubs compete in select competitions, including the Concacaf Champions Cup, Leagues Cup, U.S. Open Cup, and Canadian Championship.
This year, Inter Miami and Seattle Sounders FC will also compete in the FIFA Club World Cup.






