
Larry Berg to Lead MLS as Don Garber Steps Down
Larry Berg, co‑owner of Los Angeles FC, will succeed Don Garber as MLS commissioner, bringing a vision focused on growth, competition and worldwide engagement.
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Larry Berg, co‑owner of Los Angeles FC, will succeed Don Garber as MLS commissioner, bringing a vision focused on growth, competition and worldwide engagement.

Major League Soccer announced Larry Berg as its next commissioner, set to take office on Jan. 1, 2027, after Don Garber’s 27‑year tenure. Berg will relinquish his LAFC stake to avoid conflicts and will be formally introduced at MLS headquarters in Manhattan.

The MLS Board announced Larry Berg’s appointment, set to begin Jan. 1, 2027, as Don Garber transitions to chairman.

The league announced Berg’s appointment, highlighting his extensive ownership experience and the upcoming transition from longtime commissioner Don Garber.

Larry Berg, co‑owner of Los Angeles FC, has been appointed MLS commissioner, taking over from Don Garber who will step down after the 2026 season. Berg aims to build on the league’s recent expansion and the upcoming 2026 World Cup.

CF Montréal issued a formal condemnation after its fans directed discriminatory chants at Israeli player Dor Turgeman during a match against New England Revolution, leading to a fiery on-field confrontation.

Charlotte FC’s debut in MLS, the 2026 All-Star Game and a massive stadium renovation have turned the city into a burgeoning soccer and entertainment epicenter, drawing national attention and future Super Bowl aspirations.

Robert Lewandowski’s brace, Evander’s 100th contribution and late heroics defined a thrilling round of MLS action.

The 2026 Leagues Cup brings together 36 clubs from MLS and Liga MX, offering a new path to continental qualification and featuring headline performances from Lionel Messi, Robert Lewandowski and more.

Max Arfsten, a two‑time MLS All‑Star and 2023 MLS Cup winner, is poised to transfer from Columbus Crew to Middlesbrough, where he could make his debut in the Carabao Cup pending international clearance.

Jack Harrison has obtained a U.S. Green Card and P‑1 visa, allowing him to be classified as a domestic player for his upcoming MLS debut.

Robert Lewandowski’s first MLS goals lead Chicago Fire to a 2–1 victory over Charlotte FC, ending a winless streak and sparking hopes of a Leagues Cup run.

Lionel Messi’s first appearance since the 2026 World Cup final and Luis Suárez’s stunning long‑range goal highlighted a 2–2 stalemate against Columbus Crew, a result that reshapes Miami’s early season narrative.

The upcoming Cascadia Derby pits the Portland Timbers against the Seattle Sounders on August 1, with the match available on Apple TV+ and betting odds reflecting the tight competition.
Major League Soccer’s board will convene in Manhattan to select a successor to longtime commissioner Don Garber, with a two‑thirds vote required to approve either Larry Berg or David Nathanson.

Veteran MLS coach Peter Vermes shared insights at the North American Soccer Expo, linking his Sporting Kansas City legacy with local soccer development efforts.
Major League Soccer has handed down a two‑game suspension and monetary penalties after a heated confrontation that erupted following a hard foul on Columbus Crew forward Taha Habroune.

The National Women's Soccer League will open its 2027 season in February, the earliest in league history, to align with the Women's World Cup in Brazil and accommodate shared stadiums with MLS clubs.

The Leagues Cup runs from August 4 to September 6, featuring a new point system and offering Concacaf Champions Cup berths. Minnesota United will face FC Juárez, Tigres UANL and Atlante FC in a high‑stakes showdown.

FIFA president Gianni Infantino proposes selling up to 20% of a new commercial entity to fund member nations, sparking criticism over profit‑driven motives and the equal voting system that gives small countries the same power as traditional powers.

Dutch forward Vincent Janssen has become a key figure in Major League Soccer, illustrating the league's growing appeal and the influx of world‑class talent.

Son Heung‑min’s two goals in three minutes sparked a 4‑3 victory for the MLS All‑Stars over Liga MX in Charlotte, with Messi watching from the sidelines.

In a tightly contested 2026 MLS All-Star Game, the MLS All-Stars rallied to defeat LIGA MX 4-3 in Charlotte, North Carolina, with Son Heung-Min delivering two first-half goals.

Son Heung‑min’s brace and Carles Gil’s assists powered the MLS All‑Stars to a 4‑3 win over Mexico’s LIGA MX, even as Lionel Messi sat out the match.