Where to watch MLS All-Star Skills Challenge live stream, TV channel and start time
Headlining the MLS side is none other than American soccer trailblazer Clint Dempsey. The former New England Revolution and Seattle Sounders forward will dust off his boots to take part in the festivities. He'll be joined by USWNT captain and current Lyon dynamo Lindsey Heaps, adding some serious flair to the mix.
LIGA MX is bringing the heat too, calling in Mexican football legend Oribe Peralta and Club América's Nicki Hernández, one of the brightest talents in the LIGA MX Femenil.
For the second straight year, the Skills Challenge will be more than just a showdown between top-tier leagues—it's a star-studded showcase featuring iconic veterans and North America's elite women's players. With big names and bigger personalities set to square off, this Skills Challenge is shaping up to be one for the highlight reels.
Here's everything you need to know about the MLS All-Star Skills Challenge, including TV channel and streaming options.
Where to watch MLS All-Star Skills Challenge: Live stream, TV channel
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Live stream:Apple TV
The MLS All-Star Skills Challenge is not available for live TV broadcast in the US. Streaming options are available on Apple TV, with the MLS Season Pass.
Fans can sign up for MLS Season Pass for as low as $99 for the full season or $14.99 per month. Current Apple TV+ subscribers can enjoy a special rate of $79 for the full season.
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MLS All-Star Skills Challenge start time
Date: Tuesday, Jul. 22
Time: 9 p.m. ET | 6 p.m. PT
MLS All-Star Skills Challenge will kick off at 9 p.m. ET on Tuesday, July 22, from the Q2 Stadium in Austin, Texas.
MLS All-Stars 2025
Here is the 2025 MLS All-Stars' roster:
Jordi Alba - Inter Miami CF
Sebastian Berhalter - Vancouver Whitecaps FC
Denis Bouanga - LAFC
Anders Dreyer - San Diego FC
Evander - FC Cincinnati
Alex Freeman - Orlando City
Diego Luna - Real Salt Lake
Sam Surridge - Nashville SC
Brad Stuver - Austin FC
Yohei Takoaka - Vancouver Whitecaps FC
Clint Dempsey - MLS Great
Lindsey Heaps - USWNT Star
*Italics indicate the player is a goalkeeper.
LIGA MX All-Stars 2025
Here is the 2025 LIGA MX All-Stars' roster:
Juan Brunetta - Tigres UANL
Sergio Canales - CF Monterrey
Rodrigo Dourado - Atlético San Luis
Luis Malagón - Club América
Kevin Mier - Cruz Azul
Paulinho - Toluca
Brian Rodríguez - Club América
James Rodríguez - Club León
Alexis Vega - Toluca
Alejandro Zendejas - Club América
Nicki Hernández - LIGA MX Femenil
Oribe Peralta - LIGA MX Great
*Italics indicate the player is a goalkeeper.
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