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, took place on July 28, 2016 (7:30 p.m. EDT, 4:30 p.m.

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, the home of the San Jose Earthquakes. The game was televised live on

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in the United States, and on TSN and RDS in Canada. The game featured the MLS All-Star team playing English side Arsenal, with the match being a preseason friendly for Arsenal as part of their

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was named MVP.

Squads

MLS All-Stars

The MLS All Star Fan XI was announced on July 9, 2016, however members of this XI were not guaranteed a slot in the 22 man game day squad. Notes: :Injured or otherwise unable to play.

Arsenal

On July 22 Arsenal announced a 25-man traveling squad for the MLS All-Star game:
Notes: :Injured or otherwise unable to play. : Arsenal F.C. Reserves, Development Squad

Match

References

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