Los Angeles FC's valuation jumped 13.6% to $1.3 billion, per Forbes 2025 data, outpacing MLS median growth of 8-10% annually. LAFC's acceleration stems from three levers: expanded Dignity Health Sports Park capacity (adding 3,500 seats), higher media rights distributions from Apple TV deals, and corporate partnership velocity in LA's Fortune 500 market. The jump positions LAFC third in league valuation behind only Seattle Sounders ($2B) and LA Galaxy ($1.4B), despite entering MLS just eight years ago—the fastest franchise ascent in league history.