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LAFC co-managing owner Larry Berg voted as next MLS commissioner

The next commissioner of Major League Soccer will be a co-owner of one of its teams.

By · Published August 4, 2026 at 00:26 UTC · Updated August 7, 2026 at 15:37 UTC

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Source diversity sample: The Guardian · sportico.com · ESPN · NPR · NBC News · CBS Sports · espn.com · MLSsoccer.com.

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📍 How it ended

Larry Berg, co-managing owner of LAFC, was voted in as the next MLS commissioner. Berg's initial remarks focused on potential changes to roster rules and competition format, with no immediate plans for promotion and relegation.

Epilogue added 9d ago, after coverage quieted.

Where it stands

Larry Berg, co-managing owner of Los Angeles Football Club, has been voted in as the next MLS commissioner. He will succeed Don Garber, who has been in the role since 1999. Berg's appointment marks a shift in leadership for the league, as he brings a unique perspective as a team owner. The Guardian, Sportico, MLSsoccer.com, CNBC and ESPN all confirmed the news.

The Guardian noted that Berg was voted in as the next commissioner. The other outlets reported that Berg will succeed Garber. The Guardian and Sportico also noted that Berg is a co-managing owner of LAFC. The Guardian and ESPN noted that Berg will succeed Garber.

The league's governance structure and Berg's plans for his new role have not been detailed. Berg's background as a team owner may influence his approach to league management and decision-making.

Synthesized by Archynetys from the headlines below under a strict no-invention contract. ✓ fact-checked: unsupported claims removed (91% supported) Updated 13d ago.

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Who is Larry Berg?

Larry Berg is the co-managing owner of Los Angeles Football Club.

Who is Don Garber?

Don Garber is the current commissioner of Major League Soccer.

When will Larry Berg take over as MLS commissioner?

Coverage does not yet specify when Berg will take over as commissioner.

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