
PitchSideMonitor
February 24, 2025 at 03:12 PM
https://spobis.com/article/lafc-coo-johns-gibt-einblicke-in-die-globale-vision-des-mls-clubs
🔍 Global Player Network: LAFC, under Stacy Johns' leadership, is building a worldwide player network, partnering with clubs like Grasshopper Club Zürich, FC Wacker Innsbruck, and Racing Club de Montevideo to develop top talents and create value.
🔍 Red & Gold Football: The joint venture with FC Bayern Munich strengthens scouting and player development globally, with recent expansions into South America (Racing Club) and Africa (Gambinos Stars), and future plans for Asia.
🔍 Balancing Identity and Innovation: LAFC integrates data-driven strategies into partner clubs while respecting local traditions, ensuring clubs maintain their unique identity alongside modern advancements.
🔍 Cross-Continental Learning: Johns highlights the need for greater knowledge sharing in European football, emphasizing the success of open innovation exchange in US leagues like the NFL and MLS.