Youth Talent Shines in MLS

0:00For the MLS, it's March 3rd, and here's what's going on. The 2026 MLS season is underway, and young players are already stealing the show. Teams like Red Bull, New York, and Real Salt Lake, made history in the first two weeks by starting lineups packed with teenagers. This comes right after Seattle Sounders sent their teen star Obed Barges to a Letico Madrid, singling a new wave of youth talent pushing the league. Ahead, Red Bull, New York, grab headlines under new coach Michael Bradley, a former U.S. men's national team captain. They became the first team ever to start three players, 17 or younger in a regular season match. 17-year-old Julian Hall leads the charge with three goals already, including a brace in their opener, and one last week against New England. Coaches like Bradley are all in on developing these kids. He says they need to keep challenging them through ups and downs to build them up. Meanwhile, the young starters have delivered wins, proving the approach works so far and exciting fans about the future.

1:00Over in Salt Lake City, Pablo Master Weenie also leaned on youth starting three players, 18 or under in a 2-1 victory over Seattle. 18-year-old Aiden Hezarkani scored his first MLS goal, with 21-year-old Arieth Peel adding the winner. Master Aeney Praise has a Connie's preseason form and predicted big things. Both coaches, retire pros themselves, are bucking the veteran heavy trend that helped Inter Miami win last year's Cup. Their focus on integration could reshape MLS, though the real test comes with tougher schedules ahead. This episode is proudly sponsored by our partner. No need to switch positions. The sound is already where your head is, S-O-L-I.