Major League Soccer has appointed Larry Berg, co-owner of Los Angeles FC, as its next commissioner, the league announced Monday. Berg is set to take over from Don Garber, who has held the position since 1999.
Berg, 60, will divest his ownership interest in LAFC and is scheduled to be formally introduced on Tuesday at MLS headquarters in New York. He expressed his honor in leading Major League Soccer into its next chapter, citing the league's tremendous success and believing its greatest opportunities still lie ahead. Berg emphasized a vision to strengthen competition quality, develop more world-class players, deepen supporter connections, and elevate the league's global standing.
Don Garber will continue as commissioner through the end of the 2026 season, after which he will transition to the role of chairman. Garber highlighted Berg's integrity, judgment, collaborative leadership, and commitment to LAFC and the league as reasons for confidence in his successor. He looks forward to supporting Berg during the transition.
During Garber's tenure, Major League Soccer has experienced significant growth. The league aims to leverage the momentum generated by the 2026 World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Prior to his involvement with LAFC, Berg held ownership stakes in Italy's Serie A club AS Roma and Swansea City AFC in Wales. Under his ownership, LAFC secured the MLS Cup in 2022 and the Supporters' Shield in 2019.