MLS NEXT Flex represents the final qualifying competition for 2026 MLS NEXT Cup presented by Allstate, which will be held at the Toyota Soccer Complex in Frisco, Texas from April 23-28, 2026. Teams in each age group are split into groups of four and are seeded based on their performance in league matches from September 2025 to March 2026. The winner of each group will automatically clinch a spot in 2026 MLS NEXT Cup.
