What happened: Manav Badwal was selected for the fifth annual MLS NEXT All-Star Game. Thomas Müller earned a coach’s selection for the senior MLS roster and will also compete in the Skills Challenge.
Why it matters: The pair gives the club representation in both the academy and senior showcases. Their selections connect a 15-year-old prospect’s development with a veteran’s first MLS All-Star honor.
By the numbers: Badwal has two starts in three MLS NEXT Pro appearances. Müller has four goals and four assists across nine starts and 12 league appearances in 2026.
What to watch: Badwal’s East-West match is set for Monday, followed by Müller in Tuesday’s Skills Challenge. The MLS-Liga MX game is Wednesday at 5 p.m. PT.