MLS MVP Race: Early Contenders and Preseason Favorites in 2025

- Discover the early top five contenders and preseason favorites in the 2025 MLS MVP race. Analysis of standout players and potential game-changers.

Early Top Five Contenders:

• Tai Baribo | Philadelphia Union: 6 goals in 319 minutes, efficient forward.
• Hugo Cuypers | Chicago Fire FC: 4 goals, versatile scorer.
• Anders Dreyer | San Diego FC: 3 goals, playmaker with speed and power.
• Luis Suárez | Inter Miami CF: 1 goal, 4 assists, experienced contributor.
• Albert Rusnák | Seattle Sounders FC: 1 goal, 3 assists, impactful midfielder.

Preseason Favorites:

• Lionel Messi | Inter Miami CF: 1 goal, 2 assists, expected to excel.
• Evander | FC Cincinnati: 1 goal, 1 assist, settling into new team.
• Miguel Almirón | Atlanta United FC: 0 goals, 1 assist, returning legend.
• Gabriel Pec | LA Galaxy: 1 goal, awaiting key teammates' return.
• Denis Bouanga | LAFC: 0 goals, 0 assists, balancing multiple competitions.