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Major League Soccer Names Chime Official Retail Banking, Credit Card, and Debit Card Partner

  • MLS announces a new multi-year partnership with Chime, naming it the Official Retail Banking, Credit Card, & Debit Card Partner in the United States.
  • This deal marks Chime's first major investment in professional soccer & aligns with the league's growing cultural footprint.
  • Chime will serve as the Presenting Partner of the MLS All-Star Game, which includes jersey branding.
  • The partnership features season-long integration across MLS platforms, in-stadium signage, fan activations, & digital social campaigns.
  • A co-branded episodic content series will highlight behind-the-scenes stories of MLS players & personalities.
  • MLS EVP Carter Ladd states the partnership shares a focus on accessibility, innovation, & community initiatives.
  • Chime Chief Growth Officer Vineet Mehra notes the timing aligns with global attention on U.S. soccer & Chime's goal to build connections where passion runs deep.
  • The 2026 MLS season kicks off on February 21 with 15 matches, including LAFC vs. Inter Miami CF at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.
  • MLS is in its 31st season in 2026 with 30 clubs & broadcasts matches via the Apple TV app.
  • Chime is a financial technology company offering free banking services, with deposits FDIC-insured through The Bancorp Bank or Stride Bank.