Azar, 16, is one of 44 players selected from the United States and Canada. He becomes the seventh Revolution Academy player to feature in the event since it began in 2022.
The call-up reflects a summer in which Azar has repeatedly stepped beyond his age group. Usually a central midfielder, he has been trusted with different responsibilities and has already made his professional debut for Revolution II.
His opportunity is not simply about recognition. The All-Star fixture offers another test against highly regarded young players and a chance to show the qualities that have drawn attention within New England’s development system.
Azar has made four Revolution II appearances this season, starting three, and played 45 minutes against New York Red Bulls II in April.
He also joined Revolution II and academy players for training matches against France during the national team’s camp at Bentley University. The sessions included mixed teams and gave younger players an unusual look at the demands surrounding an elite international squad.
Azar played right-back in the first scrimmage despite his usual midfield role. He reportedly held his own, a useful sign of adaptability as he continues to build his game.
Youth development director Rob Becerra has highlighted Azar’s work rate, movement into the box, unselfish passing and growing leadership. Those traits may prove just as important as technical ability when the midfielder pushes towards senior football.
Azar has also named Kylian Mbappe as a role model, describing the Real Madrid forward as “the best player in the world”. He did not meet Mbappe during the France sessions, but the proximity underlined the level he hopes eventually to reach.
The next marker arrives on 27 July. For Azar, the MLS NEXT All-Star Game is both a reward for his progress and another audition for the professional future he says remains his biggest goal.