“I believe that emerging leagues in emerging markets, having energy and having investment and creating noise is a positive. For many years, we were that challenging league and we’re in a different spot than we were in the past. I don’t look at that as a threat in any way to Major League Soccer. I actually think it’s positive for the sport. I wish them well.”

-MLS Commissioner Don Garber, discussing the rise of the Saudi Pro League and why it is good for the sport despite their direct competition to attract players. [Reuters]