MLS names Larry Berg as new commissioner starting next year

Major League Soccer will transition to Larry Berg as its next commissioner in 2027, succeeding Don Garber, who has led the league since 1999. Berg, a private equity executive and LAFC co-owner, was chosen by the league's 30 team owners during a meeting in New York City. He has been involved with LAFC since its inception in 2018 and has a long career in private equity with firms like Apollo Global Management. The league has seen significant changes under Garber, growing from 10 teams to 30 during his tenure, along with other developments in youth academies and scheduling changes.

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