MLS preseason has officially kicked off around the league ahead of the 2020 season, with winter preparations the first sign that real matches are again on the horizon. Two new clubs bring the league's total to 26, while its existing ones maneuver to dethrone MLS Cup champion Seattle and Supporters' Shield holder LAFC. The latter continues to stockpile and retain its top talent after a record-setting season and will enter the season with the biggest target on its back despite coming up short in the playoffs.
Elsewhere, Zlatan is gone, but a slew of new star signings have been completed, others are still expected and Chicharito is indeed on the way.