The MLS Calendar Flip: What to Know
The MLS Calendar Flip: What to Know
Why is MLS Making the Change?
- Beginning in the summer of 2027, MLS will adopt a summer-to-spring season format, aligning with the world's top leagues.
- The calendar change will optimize global transfer market activity, giving MLS clubs more opportunities to acquire and sell top talent during the world's major transfer windows.
- The calendar change will significantly reduce conflicts between MLS league matches and national team call-ups, particularly during summer tournaments.
- Despite the calendar shift, 91% of matches will fall within the current MLS season window.
- Atlanta United is ready to compete at the highest level in this new era of MLS.
What is the Sprint Season?
- The 2027 MLS Sprint Season is a 14-game regular season running from February to April 2027.
- Teams will face each of their 14 conference opponents once — seven home, seven away.
- The Audi 2027 MLS Cup Playoffs and 2027 MLS Cup presented by Audi will take place in May.
- The top eight teams in each conference qualify for the Audi 2027 MLS Cup Playoffs.
- The postseason is played in single-elimination bracket format.
- The Eastern Conference Champion and Western Conference Champion will meet in the 2027 MLS Cup.
- The Sprint Season qualifies MLS teams for the 2028 Concacaf Champions Cup and 2028 Leagues Cup.
Key Dates:
Key Dates:
August 15 - First Home Match vs. Red Bull New York (Pin Pick Up Day)
Atlanta United is back home on August 15 against Red Bull New York! It's also a Pin Pick Up Day - come early, grab your exclusive Season Ticket Member pin, and help us continue to create an unmatched atmosphere at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Mid-Late August - Renewal Window Opens
Starting in August, your renewal window is open. Lock in your seats and continue your journey with Atlanta United. Questions? Reach out to fans@atlutd.com.
Early-Mid September - Account Changes Deadline
September is the deadline to submit any account changes - ticket quantity, payment plan, address changes, etc. Contact your sevice team before the deadline (TBD).
Early October - Relocation Process
Looking for an upgrade? The Relocation Process runs in early October. Explore new seat options across Mercedes-Benz Stadium via an interactive 3D seat map.
