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MLS Advances Study on European-Style Season Alignment

The league's Board of Governors has authorized a second phase of analysis, with potential changes to the schedule targeted for 2027 at the earliest.

MLS commissioner Don Garber, shown speaking at a press conference on May 15, 2024, in Austin, Texas, and the MLS Board of Governors continue to explore a switch to a schedule that is more in line with leagues across the globe. (AP Photo/Eric Gay, File)
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MLS Commissioner Don Garber (R) pictured with owner of Los Angeles Galaxy Philip Anschutz.

Overview

  • Major League Soccer is exploring a shift from its February-December schedule to a season running from late summer to spring, aligning with European football calendars.
  • The MLS Board of Governors has approved a second phase of study to evaluate the feasibility and impacts of the proposed changes.
  • The study will include consultations with stakeholders and the development of a detailed transition plan to address operational and market challenges.
  • The proposed realignment aims to better synchronize with European transfer windows and enhance the visibility of MLS playoffs in U.S. media.
  • Concerns persist among northern U.S. and Canadian teams about potential declines in attendance due to colder weather conditions during winter months.