MLS Commissioner Don Garber states the league is prepared for a referee lockout as the season starts with replacement officials, following the PSRA's failure to reach a new CBA with PRO.

MLS Commissioner Don Garber says the league is "very prepared" to deal with a referee lockout as the season begins with replacement officials. The Professional Soccer Referees Association (PSRA) failed to reach a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) with the MLS-funded body that manages professional officiating, PRO. The MLS Players Association (MLSPA) has criticized the lockout and use of replacement referees, warning they may jeopardize player health and safety.