Larry Berg, LAFC co-owner, selected as next MLS commissioner
Larry Berg, a co-owner of Los Angeles FC, was chosen as the third commissioner in Major League Soccer history.
Larry Berg, co-owner of Los Angeles FC, has been chosen as the next Commissioner of Major League Soccer (MLS), set to take over from Don Garber on January 1, 2027. Garber, who has led MLS for over 27 years, will transition to the role of chairman in 2027. Berg expressed his honor and excitement about leading MLS into its next era, praising the league's achievements and envisioning further growth.
The selection of Berg was made by an MLS Succession Committee after evaluating two candidates - Berg and former Fox executive David Nathanson. Berg, a finance professional with an MBA from Harvard Business School and 30 years of experience at Apollo Global Management, will need to divest his LAFC stake before assuming the commissioner role.
LAFC's managing owner Bennett Rosenthal expressed admiration for Berg's contributions to the club and confidence in his leadership for MLS during a significant period of growth.
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