MSE take over Real Salt Lake & Utah Royals | OneFootball

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Andrew Thompson·18 April 2025

MSE take over Real Salt Lake & Utah Royals

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Miller Sports + Entertainment has officially announced a finalized their acquisition of the controlling interest in RSL Football Holdings.

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Per MLS Communications, the purchase includes MLS side Real Salt Lake, NWSL outfit Utah Royals FC, MLS NEXT Pro club Real Monarchs, and the RSL Academy.


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Additionally, America First Field, Zions Bank Stadium and Zions Bank Training Center are also included.

“We are honored to join the Real Salt Lake Club and invest in the highest levels of men’s and women’s soccer in both RSL and the Royals,” said Steve Starks, CEO of the Larry H. Miller Company.

“We are grateful for David Blitzer’s trust, and I am confident our combined experience in sports leadership will elevate soccer within Utah and support the Club’s goal of winning championships. We are proud to join the ‘RioT’ and an incredibly passionate fanbase.”

“The future of Real Salt Lake is in great hands with the Miller organization and David Blitzer,” said MLS Commissioner Don Garber.

“The Millers have a long-standing commitment to community, youth sports, and sound business operations, and we have a proven history with David, one of the most accomplished sports owners in the world. Together, this group is perfectly positioned to strengthen the club and grow soccer in Utah and the region.”

“This powerful partnership between the Miller family and David Blitzer will elevate women’s soccer in Utah and continue to build fandom for the Royals FC,” said Jessica Berman, NWSL Commissioner.

“Miller Sports + Entertainment has consistently demonstrated commitment to building sport and community both on and off the pitch-aligning with our values at the NWSL – and we welcome this new ownership group to the league.”

At the time of writing, RSL currently sits 10th in the Western Conference after losing five of their eight matches across the 2025 season.


📸 Editorial Photo Credit: Cristopher Crevelin-Imagn Images