
MLS All-Stars Dominate 3–1 Over Liga MX All-Stars in Austin Showdown
MLS secured a convincing 3-1 victory over Liga MX in the 2025 All-Star Game at Q2 Stadium. Goals from Surridge, Baribo, and White sealed the outcome, while 16‑year‑old Gilberto Mora scored Liga MX's lone highlight.
Joel Casillas
7/24/20251 min read

⚽ First-Half Opener: Surridge Sets the Tone
The match kicked off with intensity and energy, and it didn’t take long for MLS to make their mark. Sam Surridge opened the scoring with a clinical header, giving the home side an early lead. The goal set the tone for the first half, as MLS controlled tempo and applied constant pressure in the final third.
🔥 Baribo Doubles the Lead After the Break
Early in the second half, MLS extended their lead. Tai Baribo found space behind the back line and finished calmly in a one-on-one situation to make it 2-0. The goal reflected MLS’s precision in the attacking third and their ability to capitalize on transitions.
Liga MX Answers Through Young Star
Despite going down by two, Liga MX showed resilience. Their response came from 16-year-old sensation Gilberto Mora, who tapped in a close-range finish after a well-worked sequence inside the box. The goal brought life back into the match and gave the Liga MX squad a brief momentum boost.
⚡ White Finishes It Off
Any hopes of a comeback were dashed in the closing minutes. Brian White completed a lethal counterattack, calmly slotting the ball into the back of the net to seal the final 3-1 scoreline. The goal was the product of sharp movement and excellent team execution.
🎯 Tactical Control and Clinical Execution
From start to finish, the MLS All-Stars displayed superior tactical structure and sharper execution. They dominated in possession phases, showed cohesion in transitions, and finished key opportunities when it mattered most. Liga MX created moments, but couldn’t match the consistency of their rivals.
A Statement Victory
MLS claimed their third win in four All-Star Game matchups against Liga MX.
Gilberto Mora’s goal marked a breakout moment for the young forward and was the lone highlight for Liga MX.
The match demonstrated the MLS squad’s depth, speed, and attacking versatility.
📊 Final Score:
MLS All-Stars 3 – 1 Liga MX All-Stars
The 2025 All-Star Game delivered goals, emerging talents, and a clear message: MLS continues to evolve with quality, cohesion, and firepower.