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Jeff Rueter

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Minneapolis, Saint Paul
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Covers:  Soccer, association football, football, profiles, human interest
Soccer correspondent, The Guardian US || Fmr: The Athletic || Putting the "bi" in byline 🏳️‍🌈

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Jeff Rueter’s Biography

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Jeff Rueter is a staff writer for The Athletic who covers soccer.

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After a solid 2019, the U.S. Open Cup can improve more by...

After a solid 2019, the U.S. Open Cup can improve more by...

When players line up for corner kicks, there are plenty of factors they take into consideration. First is the…

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The USL Academy League has big aims, but MLS could determine...

The USL Academy League has big aims, but MLS could determine...

When Major League Soccer announced a partnership with the United Soccer League in 2013, it was seen as a larg…

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How USL's Forward Madison built a cult-like following in its...

How USL's Forward Madison built a cult-like following in its...

On a humid June evening, I found myself in Madison, Wisconsin, with two hands firmly grasped onto a ten-foot-…

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After surviving a suicide attempt, this USL coach is sharing...

After surviving a suicide attempt, this USL coach is sharing...

Editor's note: This story deals with the subjects of depression and suicide. If you, or anyone you know, expe…

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Seeds of Alan Koch's firing were sown early in FC Cincinnati’s USL tenure

Seeds of Alan Koch's firing were sown early in FC Cincinnati’s USL tenure

On Tuesday afternoon, Jeff Berding sat down for a press conference at FC Cincinnati's downtown offices. Mere …

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The Minnesota coach who introduced "Wonderwall," then disappeared

The Minnesota coach who introduced "Wonderwall," then disappeared

Carl Craig has played a pivotal role as Minnesota United formed an identity. Now, he's left watching the team…

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From media deals to roster rules: five priorities for MLS's new commissioner

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As Larry Berg fielded his first wave of questions as MLS commissioner-elect, he tried to make clear his ambitious vision to take the league to another level. Until a question about the league's broadcasting plans came up, that is. To his right sat Don Garber, whose 28-year tenure in the role will conclude at year's end.
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From media deals to roster rules: five priorities for MLS’s new commissioner

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A view from MLS Cup 2025, won by Inter Miami over the Vancouver Whitecaps.
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LAFC co-managing owner Larry Berg voted as next MLS commissioner

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By Jeff Rueter Verified, Alexander Abnos Verified, Pablo Maurer Verified
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The Major League Soccer board of governors has voted to install Los Angeles FC co-managing owner Larry Berg as the league's next commissioner. Berg will succeed Don Garber as the head of the 30-year-old league, with a term starting on 1 January 2027. He will be the third commissioner in MLS history. Garber, who has served as commissioner since 1999, has a contract with the league that runs until the end of 2027.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

My first paid gig with with MLSsoccer.com as a Minnesota contributor.

Have you ever used a typewriter?

Yes!

Who's your favorite fictional journalist?

Perd Hapley. There aren't many prominent fictional journos!

Awards

Best American Sports Writing

2019 - Notable

Was included in annual publication as "notable" for my cover story for Howler Magazine

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