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MLS, Liga MX revamping Leagues Cup: What we like, what we don't like about World Cup-style format

Tuesday saw a major announcement in the U.S. soccer world: Major League Soccer and Liga MX announced they will take part in a completely revamped Leagues Cup starting in 2023, one that will see every team from each league participating.

- MLS, Liga MX announce World Cup-style tournament in 2023

All 47 teams -- 29 from MLS and 18 from Liga MX -- will pause their seasons for one month in order to compete in a group stage/knockout stage tournament format similar to most top competitions like the World Cup and UEFA Champions League.