MLS commissioner Don Garber stated that any potential change to the league's calendar would probably occur after the 2026 World Cup. Garber emphasized the importance of the decision, noting the complexity of transitioning to the FIFA calendar from the current February to December schedule. The league is actively evaluating this shift, considering the implications for teams in various climate and time zones. Additionally, Garber indicated a need to revise roster strategies and competition formats to support team growth and improvement.
"We continue to evaluate the potential for a transition to the FIFA International Match calendar. We're not making any announcements today, but we continue to do an enormous amount of work with our fans..."
"If it's going to happen, it's going to happen after the 2026 World Cup. So making this change is seismic. It's not something we should do lightly."
"I would rather get it right and take our time than get it wrong and do it quickly, because life's a long time when it comes to something like your schedule."
"As we're going into CBA negotiations, it is time for us to rethink as we're developing the future of this league."
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