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MLS: Carlos Vela vs. Raul Jimenez debate shows how far league has to go

LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 8: Carlos Vela #10 of Los Angeles FC during Los Angeles FC's MLS match against Philadelphia Union at the Banc of California Stadium on March 8, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. The match ended in a 3-3 draw. (Photo by Shaun Clark/Getty Images)

On Cinco de Mayo, ESPN FC debated who is the greatest Mexican player, Carlos Vela and Raul Jimenez. The debate shows just how far MLS has to go.

Major League Soccer is attempting to be a globally competitive league. That is the aim of all leagues, especially those that are growing at the rate MLS is.