Son Heung-min Stars as MLS All-Stars Edge LIGA MX All-Stars 4-3 in Exhibition Match
Son Heung-min scored two goals in the first half, leading the MLS All-Stars to a 4-3 victory over the LIGA MX All-Stars in the Major League Soccer All-Star Game at Bank of America Stadium. Other goals for MLS were scored…
Detroit, MI, July 29, 2026 —
The MLS All-Stars secured a narrow 4-3 victory over the LIGA MX All-Stars in their annual exhibition match, held at Bank of America Stadium. The standout performance of the evening came from Son Heung-min, who netted two goals in the first half, setting the tone for the MLS team.
Supporting Son’s offensive charge were goals from Philip Zinckernagel and Evander da Silva Ferreira, contributing to the MLS All-Stars’ winning total. The LIGA MX All-Stars put up a strong fight, with goals scored by Luis Gabriel Rey, Salomon Rondon, and Jose Pardela, making the match a closely contested affair.
Despite the star power on display, Lionel Messi did not participate in the game. The final score reflected a dynamic offensive display from both sides, with the MLS All-Stars ultimately prevailing in the mid-season showcase event.
Story summarized from the original created by Steve Reed, Associated Press on www.clickondetroit.com, see more information here.
