Müller, Badwal open All-Star week on separate stages

Badwal's East-West match starts Monday at 4:30 p.m. PT

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 271 min read

Müller and Manav 🌟 Two stars ready for All-Star week 🤩 #VWFC | #MLSAllStar https://t.co/qEDsFFJJKw Via @WhitecapsFC on X

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.

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@WhitecapsFC 2026-07-27T19:48:23.976961+00:00

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