{"id":1455,"date":"2020-08-01T21:32:25","date_gmt":"2020-08-01T20:32:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mlsfootball.com\/?p=1455"},"modified":"2023-07-13T14:16:54","modified_gmt":"2023-07-13T13:16:54","slug":"english-players-in-mls","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mlsfootball.com\/mls-worldwide\/english-players-in-mls\/","title":{"rendered":"English Players Currently Playing in the MLS"},"content":{"rendered":"
The MLS has become an increasingly alluring destination for players worldwide. English footballers have recently ventured to the MLS in search of new prospects and novel experiences. Including English players in the league has enriched the talent pool and heightened competitiveness. This piece delves into the present state of English footballers in the MLS, their influence on their teams, and the obstacles and possibilities they encounter when acclimatizing to the league. Furthermore, we will examine methods to augment the number of English players in the MLS and their potential for growth.<\/p>\n
Since its inception in 1996, a steady stream of English players<\/a> has made their way across to play for MLS teams. Among them are legendary names like David Beckham, Wayne Rooney, Steven Gerrard, and Jermain Defoe. Initially, few English players made their way across to America. However, over time there has been an increase in numbers due to growing popularity, competition levels within the league, and lifestyle opportunities available in America.<\/p>\n