With the All-Star Game 2025 just days away, Liga MX faces a slight deficit in squad value versus MLS, reflecting the current dynamic between the two leagues.
The match will be played next Wednesday, July 23 at Q2 Stadium in Austin, Texas, and will be broadcast in the U.S. on Channel 6.
How much are the inserts worth?
According to Transfermarkt, André Jardine’s squad of 28 players called up by Liga MX for the All-Star Game is worth $156.63 million.
In contrast, the MLS team, with 30 players, totals $163.2 million.
Most valuable players in each league
Liga MX: forward Alexis Vega (Toluca) leads with 11,077,000 USD, followed by Luis Ángel Malagón,
Erik Lira and Alejandro Zendejas, each valued at more than US$8,861,600.
Figures such as Sergio Ramos and James Rodríguez register lower values (1,329,240 USD and 2,769,250 USD, respectively), due to their veteran status.
MLS: the squad is headed by Lionel Messi, valued at 19,938,600 USD, followed by Evander (15,507,800 USD) and Hirving “Chucky” Lozano (11,077,000 USD).
Liga MX faces a slight squad value deficit compared to MLS
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All-Star Game history and context
This year will be the fourth edition of the showdown between Liga MX and MLS teams.
The history is balanced: MLS won in 2021 and 2022, Liga MX dominated in 2024 with a resounding 4-1 win.
That victory was in Columbus, Ohio; this 2025 the stage will be in Texas.
Reinforcements and surprises in both leagues
MLS confirmed its 30-star squad, including Messi, Hirving Lozano, Evander and Carles Gil, announced on July 15 by head coach Nico Estevez.
For its part, Liga MX integrated 28 players, including Alexis Vega, James Rodríguez, Sergio Ramos, Sergio Canales and Luis Ángel Malagón.
The selection includes Ballon d’Or winners, strategically chosen by Jardine.
This event is relevant to the U.S. Hispanic public, as it represents:
1. Media visibility of prominent Latino players such as Lozano, Vega and Malagón.
2. Comparison of leagues and squads, highlighting how MLS has integrated global figures to raise its competitive level, something that Liga MX is gradually doing.
3. Promotional opportunities, especially on the eve of the 2026 World Cup, where the U.S., Mexico and Canada will jointly host the event.
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