From Landon Donovan to Robbie Keane: ChatGPT selects the MLS all-time best XI as David Beckham & Zlatan Ibrahimovic miss out
17 December, 2025n8rngtd.top0 Comments1 category
GOAL asked the AI to choose the best Major League Soccer team XI of all-time – from Chris Wondolowski to Josef Martinez, here's the results!
There have been some legendary players feature in MLS over the years, but who would make the cut in an all-time XI? GOAL asked that exact question to ChatGPT, so what was the outcome?
Let's start with the question we put to the AI. To begin, we asked, "Which eleven players would ChatGPT select for the best all-time Major League Soccer team?" We also asked the AI to choose the manager who would lead the greatest XI, and we wanted to know why players like David Villa, David Beckham and Zlatan Ibrahimovic were left out.
Check out the full ChatGPT XI below and let us know what you think in the comments section!
MLS clubs: Miami Fusion, DC United, Real Salt Lake
Total MLS appearances: 516
ChatGPT told us: "Nick Rimando deserves to be in the MLS All-Time XI due to his record-breaking career and exceptional goalkeeping skills. With the most career clean sheets in MLS history, Rimando's consistency and shot-stopping abilities set him apart. His leadership qualities and impact on Real Salt Lake, including an MLS Cup win, further solidify his place. Rimando's influence on the league and his role as a mentor make him a deserving candidate for the prestigious All-Time 11 line-up."
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Graham Zusi – Right-back
MLS career: 2009-
MLS clubs: Sporting Kansas City
Total MLS appearances: 355
ChatGPT told us: "Graham Zusi deserves to be in the MLS All-Time XI for his versatility, consistent performances, and contributions to Sporting Kansas City's success. His solid defending and attacking prowess have made him one of the league's top right-backs."
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Carlos Bocanegra – Center-back
MLS career: 2000-2003 & 2013-14
MLS clubs: Chicago Fire, Chivas USA
Total MLS appearances: 117
ChatGPT told us: "Carlos Bocanegra deserves to be in the MLS All-Time XI for his leadership, defensive prowess, and impact on the Chicago Fire. As a dependable center-back, he was instrumental in the team's success, earning multiple individual accolades and national team recognition."
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Chad Marshall – Center-back
MLS career: 2004-2019
MLS clubs: Columbus Crew, Seattle Sounders
Total MLS appearances: 409
ChatGPT told us: "Chad Marshall deserves to be in the MLS All-Time XI for his exceptional defensive abilities, multiple MLS Defender of the Year awards, and crucial role in the Columbus Crew's success."