But with only 22 spots available, some of MLS's best players aged 21 or under missed the final list. Or perhaps it's a little too soon for their inclusion. Here are 12 players who missed the cut, but ...

Major League Soccer's annual 22 Under 22 list ranks the league's top 22 players under 22 years old – as voted by an expert panel of select MLS staff, Apple TV talent and Club technical staff.

Philadelphia Union midfielder Cavan Sullivan, who tops the 2026 22 Under 22 rankings, keeps some exclusive company. Who are the previous winners and where are they now? Check out the full list below.

Amid a breakout 2026 season, Philadelphia Union midfielder Cavan Sullivan has secured the No. 1 spot on the annual MLS 22 Under 22 rankings. The rising US men's national team star is the youngest-ever ...