LAFC co-owner Larry Berg elected next MLS commissioner, to succeed Don Garber on Jan 1, 2027

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Los Angeles FC co-owner Larry Berg has been voted the next commissioner of Major League Soccer, becoming only the third commissioner in league history. Berg, 60, will officially take charge on January 1, 2027, succeeding Don Garber who has served since 1999 and oversaw MLS's growth from 12 to 30 teams. Berg defeated former Fox executive David Nathanson in the final vote, receiving the required two-thirds super majority from MLS owners. Berg must divest his ownership stake in LAFC. The league faces critical decisions including roster rule changes to increase spending competitiveness, negotiations with the MLS Players Association on a new collective bargaining agreement, and a new media rights deal as the current Apple contract expires in 2029. MLS is also transitioning to a summer-to-spring calendar aligned with European leagues.

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Soccer - The AthleticWestern

Original headline: Larry Berg to become next MLS commissioner after owners vote on Garber successor

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