The United States Major League Soccer (MLS) is the premier men’s professional soccer league in the United States. With teams from all over the country representing all levels of play, MLS is one of the most popular soccer leagues in the world.
The league has grown exponentially since its inception in 1996, and now features 29 teams from the United States and Canada, making it one of the most competitive soccer leagues in the world.
With a wide variety of styles of play, MLS is sure to have something for everyone, and is a great place to watch top-class professional soccer.
1. David Beckham
Midfielder
Career
- 1987–1991 : Tottenham Hotspur
- 1989–1991 : Brimsdown Rovers (loan)
- 1991–1994 : Manchester United
- 1992–2003 : Manchester United
- 1995 : Preston North End (loan)
- 2003–2007 : Real Madrid
- 2007–2012 : LA Galaxy
- 2009 : AC Milan (loan)
- 2010 : AC Milan (loan)
- 1992–1993 : England U18
- 1994–1996 : England U21
- 1996–2009 : England
David Beckham is a former English footballer and businessman who has represented Manchester United, Real Madrid, LA Galaxy, Paris Saint-Germain and the England national team.
Beckham became an ambassador for UNICEF in 2007 after he met a child affected by malaria while on holiday in Africa.
He also founded his own foundation called Malaria No More which aims to eradicate the disease from endemic areas worldwide.
In 2003, Beckham was named PFA Players' Player of the Year after leading Manchester United to their first league title in 26 years.
The following year he joined Spanish side Real Madrid where he won two La Liga titles and helped them reach the 2006 Champions League final; they lost against Barcelona however.
After leaving Real Madrid in 2009, Beckham signed for MLS side LA Galaxy where he played until 2014 when he retired from professional football at age 38 due to injury sustained during a match with Seattle Sounders FC (now known as Seattle Sounders FC 2).
Beckham has been married three times: to Victoria Adams (1999–2007), but split up shortly before their son Brooklyn's birth; to Spice Girl Melanie Chisholm (2008–2011); and finally to American socialite Rebecca Loos since 2012.
Also Played For: real madrid, mls
2. Gonzalo Higuaín
Forward
Career
- 1997–2005: River Plate
- 2005–2007: River Plate
- 2007–2013: Real Madrid
- 2013–2016: Napoli
- 2016–2020: Juventus
- 2018–2019: AC Milan (loan)
- 2019: Chelsea (loan)
- 2020–2022: Inter Miami
- 2008: Argentina U23
- 2009–2018: Argentina
Higuaín is a world-renowned striker, who has spent his entire career at Juventus. He was born in Brest, France, in 1987 and started playing football for the local side Palermo when he was just six years old.
Higuaín joined River Plate from Palermo in 2005 and scored 35 goals in 107 appearances for the Buenos Aires club before signing for Real Madrid the following year. Higuaín helped Napoli to win Serie A titles in 2013 and 2016 before joining Juventus on a free transfer in January of 2020.
At Juve he has been prolific, scoring 105 goals over 48 appearances so far. Higuaín made his international debut for Argentina aged 19 and went on to score 34 goals in 89 appearances for his country.
including an appearance at the 2014 World Cup where they were runners-up to Germany. In 2018Higuain won Puskás Award as Europe's best player of the 2017–18 season.
He is married to actress Malena Sáenz and they have two children together - Matías (born May 2019) and Miguel (born December 2021).
Gonzalo Higuaín was one of 10 players nominated for The Best FIFA Men’s Player award which was eventually won by Cristiano Ronaldo.
Also Played For: club atlético river plate, argentina national football team
3. Landon Donovan
United States men's national soccer team
Career
- 1999: IMG Academy
- 1999–2000: Bayer Leverkusen II
- 2000–2005: Bayer Leverkusen
- 2001–2004: San Jose Earthquakes (loan)
- 2005–2014: LA Galaxy
- 2009: Bayern Munich (loan)
- 2010: Everton (loan)
- 2012: Everton (loan)
- 2016: LA Galaxy
- 2018: León
- 2019: San Diego Sockers (indoor)
- 1998–1999: United States U17
- 2001: United States U20
- 2000–2004: United States U23
- 2000–2014: United States
- 2019: United States (arena)
- 2020–2022: San Diego Loyal
Landon Donovan is a former American professional soccer player who played for LA Galaxy and Bayern Munich. He was born in Ontario, California on March 4th 1982.
Donovan started his career with Bayer Leverkusen II before joining San Jose Earthquakes on loan in 2001. After leaving San Jose Earthquakes, Landon signed for LA Galaxy where he made 247 appearances over the course of 11 seasons.
In 2009, he joined Bundesliga side Bayern Munich on loan and helped them win the Champions League that season.
He returned to Everton in 2012 after two years at Bayern Munich and retired from playing professionally at the end of 2014 Landon Donovan is a retired American soccer player who represented his country in 157 appearances.
He first came to prominence as a member of the United States U23 team, where he helped them win the 2000 CONCACAF Gold Cup and 2002 FIFA World Cup qualifying tournaments.
Donovan later spent time with Spanish club Valencia before joining Major League Soccer's LA Galaxy in 2006. With LA Galaxy, Donovan won two MLS Cups (2008, 2011) and was also named league MVP twice (2007, 2010).
After leaving LA Galaxy at the end of the 2014 season, Donovan signed with English club Everton but only made one appearance for them before retiring from professional football aged 36 years old in 2016.
Since retiring from playing professionally, Landon has been involved in coaching both at youth level and abroad with AC Milan and Liga MX side León respectively.
Also Played For: united states best soccer players, san jose earthquakes
4. Walker Zimmerman
Nashville SC
Career
- 2011–2012: Furman Paladins
- 2013–2017: FC Dallas
- 2018–2019: Los Angeles FC
- 2020: Nashville SC
- 2010–2011: United States U18
- 2011–2013: United States U20
- 2015–2016: United States U23
- 2017: United States
- 2019: UCLA Bruins (assistant)
Walker Zimmerman was born on May 19, 1993 in Lawrenceville, Georgia and he is 29 years old. Walker Zimmerman played college soccer at Furman Paladins where he made 39 appearances and scored 11 goals during his two-year career.
Walker Zimmerman signed with Nashville SC ahead of the 2019 season and has been a regular starter for them this year. Walker Zimmerman has represented the United States at both the U17 and U20 levels before making his senior international debut in 2018.
Walker Zimmerman is considered to be one of the best center backs in North American football and will continue to develop as a player over the coming years Walker Zimmerman started his career with Dallas FC before moving to Los Angeles FC in 2018.
He has made 37 appearances for the United States since 2017, scoring three goals. Walker Zimmerman is currently assistant manager at UCLA Bruins.
Also Played For: nashville sc
5. Matt Turner
Arsenal F.C.
Career
- 2012–2015: Fairfield Stags
- 2014–2015: Jersey Express
- 2016–2022: New England Revolution
- 2016–2017: Richmond Kickers (loan)
- 2022: Arsenal
- 2021: United States
Matt Turner is a goalkeeper who has played for Arsenal in the Premier League. Turner was born on June 24, 1994 in Park Ridge, New Jersey and attended Fairfield Stags academy before signing with Arsenal as a junior player in 2012.
He made his professional debut for Arsenal against Newcastle United in March of 2015 and has since gone on to make over 30 appearances for the club including two Champions League matches.
In addition to playing professionally, Matt also competes internationally for the USA Men's National Team where he has been capped at U-20 level as well as making one appearance for the full national team squad.
As an athlete, Matt is known primarily for being a goalkeeper but is also partial to table tennis and basketball which he enjoys playing recreationally when not busy with football or training sessions with Arsenal.
Also Played For: new england revolution
6. Cristian Roldan
United States men's national soccer team
Career
- 2013–2014: Washington Huskies
- 2013–2014: Washington Crossfire
- 2015: Seattle Sounders FC 2
- 2015: Seattle Sounders FC
- 2015: United States U20
- 2017: United States
Cristian Roldan is a midfielder currently playing for Seattle Sounders FC. Cristian Roldan was born in California and began his collegiate career at Washington Huskies.
In 2013, he was drafted by Seattle Sounders FC in the second round of the MLS SuperDraft and made an immediate impact with the club, appearing in 41 games over two seasons before declaring for senior international duty with United States Men's National Team in 2016 under Jurgen Klinsmann.
Since then, Roldan has continued to be a regular starter for Seattle and helped guide them to their first-ever MLS Cup title in 2017 while also earning silverware at both CONCACAF Champions League (2016) and US Open Cup (2017).
With 26 caps to his name, Cristian Roldan is one of America's most highly-rated midfielders and looks set to continue contributing performances for Seattle into 2019 as they aim towards another championship run.
Also Played For: seattle sounders fc
7. Jordan Morris
United States men's national soccer team
Career
- 2004–2012: Eastside FC
- 2012–2013: Seattle Sounders FC
- 2013–2015: Stanford Cardinal
- 2014: Seattle Sounders FC U23
- 2016: Seattle Sounders FC
- 2021: Swansea City (loan)
- 2013: United States U20
- 2014–2016: United States U23
- 2014: United States
Morris first came to prominence as a prolific youth striker with Eastside FC, scoring over 70 goals in his three seasons.
He made his senior debut for Seattle Sounders FC at the age of 19 and has since become one of their most important players, netting 23 times in 54 appearances during the 2013-2015 season.
Morris was called up to represent the United States national team in 2019 and made an instant impact by scoring against Trinidad & Tobago in his international debut.
With Seattle rumours abound that he could be on his way out this summer, Morris is expected to make another big contribution for Sounders FC before moving onto new pastures professionally.
Jordan Morris is a talented American soccer player who has played for the Seattle Sounders FC youth team and made appearances for the United States U23 side.
Jordan Morris was heavily involved in the USMNT's successful CONCACAF Gold Cup campaign in 2017, where they reached the final before losing to Mexico. In 2018, Morris helped lead Seattle to their first MLS cup victory, scoring both goals in a 2-1 win over Toronto FC.
Jordan Morris has continued his excellent form into 2019 with two goals already this season - including one that clinched Seattle's place in the MLS playoffs as leaders of their conference.
At just 23 years old, there are still many years of top-level soccer ahead of Jordan Morris and he will be looking to contribute significantly to America’s success on international stage going forward.
8. Miles Robinson
Atlanta United FC
Career
- 2010–2014: FC Boston Bolts
- 2015–2016: Syracuse Orange
- 2016: FC Boston
- 2017: Atlanta United
- 2017: Charleston Battery (loan)
- 2018: Atlanta United 2 (loan)
- 2016: United States U20
- 2019: United States U23
- 2019: United States
Miles Robinson is an American center-back who currently plays for Atlanta United. Miles was born in Arlington, Massachusetts and attended Boston Latin School before playing college soccer at Syracuse Orange.
After impressing with FCB, Robinson was picked up by Atlanta United in 2016 and has since made over 40 appearances for the club's first team, as well as appearing regularly for their U23 side.
With his impressive performances both domestically and internationally, Miles looks primed to be a major player in American soccer for years to come.
Outside of football, Miles enjoys spending time with friends and family; he is known to be very polite off the pitch.
Miles Robinson was born in Greensboro, North Carolina on May 3rd, 1997. He started his career with the Charlotte Eagles before joining FC Boston in 2016. After impressing during his time at FC Boston, he joined Atlanta United 2 on loan for the 2018 season.
Robinson has been a mainstay for the U23s and is currently the third-highest capped player for the US Men's National Team behind John Brooks and Omar Gonzalez.
With 21 appearances to his name so far this year (including three at the CONCACAF Gold Cup), Miles Robinson looks set to continue making an impact both domestically and internationally going into next year.
Also Played For: concacaf
9. Jesus Ferreira
FC Dallas
Career
- 2009–2016: FC Dallas
- 2017: FC Dallas
- 2018: Tulsa Roughnecks (loan)
- 2021: United States U23
- 2020: United States
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of October 9, 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of December 3, 2022
Jesús Ferreira is a forward for FC Dallas. He was born in Santa Marta, Colombia on December 24th, 2000 and has been playing football since he was just a young kid.
Jesús Ferreira made his professional debut with Colombian side Independiente Medellin as an 18-year-old in 2016. He then moved to MLS side FC Dallas the following year and has become a key player for them over the past two seasons.
Jesús Ferreira is known for his speed and ability to score goals both from close range and further out on the pitch. He has already scored 11 times in 103 appearances for FC Dallas which shows that he is definitely one of the most talented players at their club currently.
Jesús Ferreira will be representing Colombia at this summer's World Cup where they are hoping to qualify from Group A alongside Russia, Uruguay and Sweden.
10. Aaron Long
New York Red Bulls
Career
- 2010–2013: UC Riverside Highlanders
- 2012–2013: FC Tucson
- 2014: Portland Timbers
- 2014: Sacramento Republic (loan)
- 2014: Orange County Blues (loan)
- 2014: Seattle Sounders FC
- 2015: Seattle Sounders FC 2
- 2016: New York Red Bulls II
- 2016: New York Red Bulls (loan)
- 2017–2022: New York Red Bulls
- 2023: Los Angeles FC
- 2018: United States
Aaron Long is a 30-year-old center back who currently plays for LAFC. Aaron Long played college football at UC Riverside and was part of the Highlanders' 2013 NCAA Division I Men's Soccer Championship team.
After playing three seasons with FC Tucson, Long moved to Portland Timbers in 2014 but did not make an appearance for them. He then signed with LAFC ahead of their inaugural season in 2017.
In 2018, Long helped Los Angeles win the MLS Cup title and he has since been a mainstay in their defense during their successful campaign in 2019.
With over 70 appearances between 2010-2013, including 13 games during his senior year at UC Riverside, Aaron Long boasts plenty of experience as a defender both nationally and internationally for the United States.
Youth teams up to U20 level before making his debut for senior side on February 17th against Guatemala City (1 goal).
Despite being relatively unknown outside of Southern California until recently due to LAFC’s inconsistent performances throughout most parts of Major League Soccer prior to this season (9th).
There is no doubt that AaronLong possesses all the necessary qualities required from any top-quality Center Back – leadership abilities especially when called upon. Good positional sense which allows him to stay compact & organized defensively.
While also maintaining awareness higher up the pitch; excellent ball control both offensively & defensively which results in clearances or interceptions gained forward allowing teammates more space/time on the ball etc.
Strong aerial ability providing support going forward or defending set pieces resulting into goals scored by opposition defenders etc.
Also Played For: new york red bulls
11. Lorenzo Insigne
Career
- 2006: Olimpia Sant'Arpino
- 2006–2010: Napoli
- 2010–2022: Napoli
- 2010: Cavese (loan)
- 2010–2011: Foggia (loan)
- 2011–2012: Pescara (loan)
- 2022: Toronto FC
- 2010–2011: Italy U20
- 2011–2013: Italy U21
- 2012: Italy
Lorenzo Insigne is a talented Italian winger who has been playing for Toronto FC since the 2010 season. Lorenzo Insigne began his career with Olimpia Sant'Arpino in 2006 and then spent four years at Napoli.
Insigne joined Cavese on loan in 2010, where he scored 10 goals in 33 appearances before returning to Napoli that year.
He made his Serie A debut for Napoli against AC Milan on 21 August 2010 and went on to make 337 appearances for the club over six seasons, scoring 96 goals along the way.
After leaving Naples, Insigne signed with Toronto FC as a free agent in July of 2020 and has played 28 matches so far this season (20 starts).
With Juventus reportedly interested in signing him during the summer transfer window, it's clear that Lorenzo Insigne is one of Europe's top wingers.
Also Played For: toronto fc, serie a
12. Javier Hernández
Forward
Career
- 1997–2006: Guadalajara
- 2006–2010: Guadalajara
- 2010–2015: Manchester United
- 2014–2015: Real Madrid (loan)
- 2015–2017: Bayer Leverkusen
- 2017–2019: West Ham United
- 2019–2020: Sevilla
- 2020: LA Galaxy
- 2007: Mexico U20
- 2009–2019: Mexico
Javier Hernández is a Mexican international striker who currently plays for LA Galaxy. He began his career with Guadalajara before moving to Manchester United in 2010.
After two seasons at Old Trafford, he joined Bayer Leverkusen on loan in 2015 where he made 54 appearances and scored 28 goals. In 2017, he moved to Real Madrid on a permanent basis and has since helped the club win three La Liga titles and the Copa del Rey trophy.
Hernandez was named runner-up for the 2018 Ballon d'Or award after scoring 43 goals in all competitions for Los Blancos that season.
Javier Hernandez, commonly known as Chicharito or "The Hernán" is a Mexican professional footballer who plays for Premier League club West Ham United and the Mexico national team.
A striker by trade, Chicharito has spent most of his career in Europe playing for Spanish side Real Madrid, English side Manchester United and French side Lille.
He made his international debut in 2007 and has gone on to score 55 goals for Mexico over 109 appearances, making him their all-time leading scorer.
In May 2019 he announced that he would be retiring from international football after the 2020 World Cup finals due to injury concerns arising from a succession of concussions sustained throughout his career.
Outside of football, Javier Hernandez is also an entrepreneur with interests in music production and marketing; he founded the clothing brand The Hernán Collection with brother Raúl in 2018.
Also Played For: la galaxy, mexico national football team
13. Riqui Puig
Midfielder
Career
- 2008–2013: Jàbac Terrassa
- 2013–2018: Barcelona
- 2018–2020: Barcelona B
- 2018–2022: Barcelona
- 2022: LA Galaxy
- 2020–2021: Spain U21
- 2019: Catalonia
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 10:52, 22 May 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 30 March 2021
Puig was born in Matadepera, Spain on August 13th, 1999. He started playing football at a young age and joined the Barcelona academy at the age of 10.
Puig made his professional debut for Barcelona’s B team in 2016 and has since gone on to make over 100 appearances for them across all competitions.
In 2017, he signed with LA Galaxy as a Young Player Signing and has since become an important part of their squad, making 27 appearances so far this season.
Riqui is known for his attacking playstyle and is often seen creating chances for teammates with well-timed passes or through hard work up front himself.
Puig is currently contracted to LA Galaxy until 2021 and looks set to continue improving as one of Europe’s top midfielders Puig was born in Terrassa, Catalonia, on 2 July 1998.
He began his Youth career with Jàbac Terrassa before joining Barcelona in 2013. Puig made his senior debut for Barcelona B in 2018 and has since featured for the first team as well.
Puig represented Spain at U21 level and is currently a regular for Catalonia’s national side too. In total, Riqui has made 56 appearances (including 36 as a starter) for Barcelona across all competitions and scored two goals - both of which came this season against Atlético Madrid in the Champions League group stages.
14. Marco Delgado
Career
- 2009–2010: LAFC Chelsea
- 2010–2011: IMG Soccer Academy
- 2011: Cosmos Academy West
- 2011–2012: Chivas USA
- 2012–2014: Chivas USA
- 2015–2021: Toronto FC
- 2017: Toronto FC II (loan)
- 2022: LA Galaxy
- 2011: United States U17
- 2012: United States U18
- 2014–2015: United States U20
- 2018: United States
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of October 9, 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of November 20, 2018
Marco Antonio Delgado is a 27-year-old midfielder who currently plays for LA Galaxy. He played youth soccer for Pomona United and then LAFC Chelsea before signing with the Galaxy in 2016.
Marco has represented the United States at various levels, most notably at the 2015 FIFA U-20 World Cup where he won silver medalist honors. A hardworking and versatile player, Marco can play anywhere across midfield as an attacking or defensive force.
His experience playing in big games will be key should he make it to Russia this summer for the World Cup finals. Marco is married to Stephanie Lurie and they have two children together - Maddie (born November 2018) and Aidan (born December 2017). Marco Delgado is a midfielder for Toronto FC II.
He made his debut with the senior team in 2017 and has since played 181 games. Marco was born in Honduras but grew up in California, playing youth soccer there before coming to Canada to join TFC II.
Marco has represented the United States at U17, U18, and U20 level and scored four goals internationally while doing so.
15. Carlos Vela
Career
- 2002–2005: Guadalajara
- 2005–2006: Arsenal
- 2005–2012: Arsenal
- 2005–2006: Celta Vigo (loan)
- 2006–2007: Salamanca (loan)
- 2007–2008: Osasuna (loan)
- 2010–2011: West Bromwich Albion (loan)
- 2011–2012: Real Sociedad (loan)
- 2012–2018: Real Sociedad
- 2018: Los Angeles FC
- 2005: Mexico U17
- 2007: Mexico U20
- 2007–2018: Mexico
Carlos Vela is a Mexican international forward who currently plays for LAFC in the United States. Carlos Vela began his career with Guadalajara before moving to Arsenal in 2005.
He made 29 appearances for Arsenal over three seasons. In 2006, Carlos Vela moved to Celta Vigo on loan, where he scored no goals but did provide two assists in 18 appearances.
Following his time at Celta Velo, Carlos signed with Los Angeles FC and has since helped them reach the playoffs twice (in 2018 and 2019).
Carlos Alberto Vela Garrido was born on 1 March 1989 in Cancún, Mexico.[1] He started playing football at a young age with local side Atlético Balompié before joining Guadalajara's youth setup in 2002.
After making just one appearance for Guadalajara's first team – coming off the bench against Pumas UNAM – Carlos joined English club Arsenal as an apprentice in 2005.
Spending three years with the Gunners' academy,[4] he had limited opportunities to make any real impact during his time there; however, he did score once from open play whilst on loan at Spanish side Celta de Vigo during the 2006–07 season.
On 31 January 2007, it was announced that both parties had reached an agreement whereby Arsène Wenger would sell Carlos to Liga MX side Club América,[7] which took place six days later after passing a medical examination.
At América , Carlo continued developing into one of Mexico 's most coveted forwards; appearing 72 times across all competitions between 2007 and 2013 inclusive, scoring 34 goals including 14 Copa México winners medals.
Elping América win back-to-back Liguilla titles (the promotion playoff) following promotion from Ascenso MX via their second consecutive Apertura title victory - becoming only the third team ever after Toluca and Monterrey (both Liga MX sides).
Achieve this feat by winning successive championships without losing a single game throughout both tournaments played respectively - while also lifting silverware such as.
Concacaf Champions League (2009), Copa Libertadores Third Place Play-Off(2010)[15], Torneo Clausura 2009 Final Runner.
Also Played For: c.d. guadalajara
16. Facundo Torres
Career
- 2010–2020: Peñarol
- 2020–2022: Peñarol
- 2022: Orlando City
- 2014–2015: Uruguay U15
- 2016–2017: Uruguay U17
- 2018: Uruguay U20
- 2021: Uruguay
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:00, 9 October 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 16 November 2021
Facundo Torres was born on April 13, 2000 in Montevideo, Uruguay. He is 1.75 meters tall and plays as a winger for Orlando City SC in the United States of America (USA).
Facundo made his professional debut with Uruguayan side Danubio FC in 2016 and also played for Racing Club de Montevideo before moving to MLS this year.
Torres has represented Uruguay at youth international level and won two Under-17 South American Championships (in 2016 and 2017) as well as a U20 World Cup medal in 2018.
Which he helped take home from Korea Republic after they defeated Mexico 4–1 in the final – becoming only the second ever Latin American team to do so.
In September 2019, it was announced that Torres had been called up by new national team head coach Óscar Tabárez for friendlies against Chile and Paraguay, making his full international debut on October 12th versus Chile.
Also Played For: orlando city sc, uruguay national football team
17. Sebastián Driussi
Forward
Career
- 2007–2013: River Plate
- 2013–2017: River Plate
- 2017–2021: Zenit Saint Petersburg
- 2021: Austin FC
- 2013–2014: Argentina U17
- 2015: Argentina U20
Sebastián Driussi is a 26-year old Argentine attacking midfielder who currently plays for Austin FC. Driussi started his career with River Plate before joining Zenit Saint Petersburg in 2017.
He has made 95 appearances for the Russian team, scoring 27 goals over that time period.
Driussi has also represented Argentina at youth level and played 51 times for them since 2021, making him their all-time leading scorer by some distance (61 goals).
In 2019, he was joint top scorer in the CONCACAF Champions League with six goals from eight matches including two decisive penalties against Guatemalan side CSD.
Municipal de Guatemala to knock them out of the tournament on away goals rule after a 2–2 aggregate draw in the semis and final stages respectively (the first penalty shootout ever held at an international semi-final stage).
Also Played For: austin fc
18. Andre Blake
Goalkeeper
Career
- 2011–2013: Connecticut Huskies
- 2014: Philadelphia Union
- 2014: Jamaica
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:51, 9 October 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 03
Andre Blake is a goalkeeper who currently plays for the Philadelphia Union. Andre Blake was born in Jamaica in 1990 and started his youth career with Sporting Central Academy.
In 2009, Blake signed with English club Burnley FC where he remained until 2011 when he transferred to Spanish side Atlético Madrid.
In 2013, Blake moved back to England and joined Premier League club Chelsea where he made over 100 appearances before signing for MLS side Philadelphia Union in 2016.
Andre Blake has been capped by the Jamaican national team on several occasions including representing them at the 2010 World Cup and 2014 World Cup tournaments as well as at the 2015 Gold Cup tournament which they won runners-up medals at.
As of July 2019, AndreBlake holds the record for most clean sheets in an MLS season with 14.
Also Played For: philadelphia union
19. Dániel Gazdag
Career
- 2004–2010: Nyíregyháza
- 2010–2014: Honvéd
- 2013–2016: Budapest Honvéd II
- 2013–2021: Budapest Honvéd
- 2021: Philadelphia Union
- 2012–2013: Hungary U17
- 2013–2014: Hungary U18
- 2015: Hungary U20
- 2017–2018: Hungary U21
- 2019: Hungary
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 31 October 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 26 September 2022 (UTC)
Dániel Gazdag was born on 2 March 1996 in Nyíregyháza, Hungary to parents Zoltán and Judit Gazdag. At the age of just 16, Dániel made his senior debut for Nyíregyháza in a 2010–11 Hungarian Cup match against Kecskeméti TE.
In October 2014, it was announced that Dániel had signed with Hungarian side Debrecen FC on a one-year deal following successful trials with the club.
On 13 February 2015, it was announced that Philadelphia Union had acquired Gazdag's services from Debrecen FC in exchange for $175,000.
Dániel has represented Hungary at various youth levels including at under-17 level where he helped his country win the 2013 UEFA European Under-17 Championship bronze medal[4].
In September 2018, he scored both goals as Hungary defeated Luxembourg 2–0 to earn their first ever victory over an EU nation at a major tournament.
Having made 28 appearances and scoring six times during his two seasons with Philadelphia Union (2018–19 & 2019), Gazdag is currently listed as team captain by manager Jim Curtin ahead of the 2020 season.
Also Played For: hungary national football team
20. Gyasi Zardes
Career
- 2008–2009: LA Galaxy
- 2009–2012: Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
- 2011–2012: Ventura County Fusion
- 2013–2017: LA Galaxy
- 2014: LA Galaxy II
- 2018–2022: Columbus Crew
- 2022: Colorado Rapids
- 2022: Colorado Rapids 2
- 2023: Austin FC
- 2015: United States
Gyasi Zardes is a forward who has played for LA Galaxy and Austin FC in the United States. He was born on September 2, 1991 in Hawthorne, California and attended Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners before moving to LA Galaxy.
After two seasons with Ventura County Fusion, he joined LA Galaxy where he made 131 appearances over three years.
In 2017, he moved to Austin FC where he currently plays. Gyasi Zardes is a forward who has played for several MLS teams over the years.
In 2018, he joined Columbus Crew and helped them win the MLS Cup that year. He was also part of the US national team which won the CONCACAF Gold Cup in 2019.
Gyasi Zardes is known for his speed and ability to score goals from range, making him an important member of any team he plays for.
Also Played For: columbus crew, colorado rapids
21. Eduard Atuesta
Midfielder
Career
- 2016–2018: Independiente Medellín
- 2018: Los Angeles FC (loan)
- 2019–2021: Los Angeles FC
- 2022: Palmeiras
- 2017: Colombia U20
- 2020: Colombia U23
- 2022: Colombia
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 09:15, 19 September 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 19 November 2022
Eduard Atuesta was born on 18 June 1997 in Vélez, Colombia. He is 25 years old and plays for Palmeiras as a midfielder. Eduard came through the youth ranks at Atlético Nacional before signing with Palmeiras in 2017.
His international career started with Colombia U20s where he made his debut in 2016 against Paraguay U20s.
In total, Eduard has made nine appearances for the Colombian senior side including one goal during the 2019 Copa America Centenario tournament which saw Colombia reach the semi-final stage before losing to Chile U22s on penalties after a 1-1 draw following extra time played over two days).
Eduard will be looking to help Palmeiras secure their first league title since 2014 when they take on Flamengo this season Eduard Atuesta is a Colombian footballer who plays for Los Angeles FC as a midfielder.
He made his professional debut with Independiente Medellín in 2016 and has since played for Los Angeles FC on loan, Palmeiras in Brazil, and Colombia. In total, Atuesta has made 71 appearances for Los Angeles FC and scored six goals.
Eduard Atuesta was born on 15 December 1996 in Bucaramanga, Antioquia, Colombia.
He began playing football at the age of five with local side Atlético Bucaramanga before joining the Argentine side River Plate aged ten where he spent two years training before returning to Colombia to play for Independiente Medellín's youth team.
After making his senior debut with Independiente Medellin in 2016, Eduard signed for MLS outfit LAFC on loan in February 2018 but left after one season to join Brazilian club Palmeiras the following year.
Also Played For: los angeles fc
22. Denis Bouanga
Career
- 2011: SO Maine
- 2011–2013: Le Mans
- 2013–2014: Mulsanne-Téloché
- 2014–2018: Lorient
- 2016: Strasbourg (loan)
- 2016–2017: Tours (loan)
- 2018–2019: Nîmes
- 2019–2022: Saint-Étienne
- 2022: Los Angeles FC
- 2017: Gabon
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 14:35, 22 October 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23
Denis Bouanga is a French winger who joined Los Angeles FC in the MLS in 2019. Denis Bouanga has played for SO Maine and Académie de Le Mans before joining LOS ANGELES FC.
Denis Bouanga was born on November 11, 1994 in Le Mans, France. Denis Bouanga has been capped at under-20 level by France and made his senior international debut against Ecuador in 2016.
Denis Bouanga is an attacking midfielder who has played for Lorient and Saint-Étienne in France.
Denis Bouanga made his international debut for Gabon in 2017, scoring a goal against Ivory Coast. Denis Bouanga is known for his dribbling ability and passing accuracy on the ball, which sets him apart from other midfielders.
Denis Bouanga joined Los Angeles FC as their first signing ahead of their inaugural season in MLS this year.
Also Played For: as saint-Étienne, gabon
23. Jose Cifuentes
Midfielder
Career
- 2016–2019: Universidad Católica
- 2017–2019: América de Quito (loan)
- 2020: Los Angeles FC
- 2019: Ecuador U20
- 2019: Ecuador U23
- 2019: Ecuador
Cifuentes was born in Esmeraldas, Ecuador on March 12th 1999. He joined Universidad Católica aged just 16 and made his debut for the club in 2016. Cifuentes spent two seasons with Universidad Católica before joining América de Quito on loan in 2017.
Los Angeles FC signed Cifuentes as a Designated Player ahead of the 2019 season. Jose has represented Ecuador at youth levels, making his full international debut in 2018 against Chile Jose Cifuentes was born on July 2nd, 1997 in the city of Guayaquil in Ecuador.
Jose started playing football at a young age and quickly became one of the best players in his region.
In 2018, he signed with Los Angeles FC after impressing during their Academy trials. He made his professional debut for LAFC against Orlando City SC on March 17th, 2019 and impressed throughout the match, scoring an important goal in a 3-1 victory..
Jose is currently contracted to Los Angeles FC until 2021 and has already helped them reach the playoffs once this season.
Also Played For: fifa u-20 world cup, ecuador national team
24. Jonathan Mensah
Defender
Career
- 2004–2006: AshantiGold
- 2007–2008: AshantiGold
- 2008–2009: Free State Stars
- 2010–2011: Udinese
- 2010–2011: Granada (loan)
- 2011–2016: Evian
- 2012–2015: Evian II
- 2016: Anzhi Makhachkala
- 2017: Columbus Crew
- 2009: Ghana U20
- 2009: Ghana
Jonathan Mensah is a Ghanaian defender who currently plays for Columbus Crew in MLS. Jonathan started his career with AshantiGold before moving to Free State Stars and then Udinese in Italy.
After returning to Ghana, Jonathan signed with Columbus Crew and has since made over 100 appearances for the club. Jonathan is an important part of the defence at Columbus and has been praised for his ability on the ball as well as in defending set pieces.
In January 2019, it was announced thatJonathan would be out 4-6 weeks after undergoing surgery on a torn meniscus in his left knee.
Despite this setback, Jonathan remains optimistic about returning to action soon and hopes to help Columbus win trophies during his time with the team Mensah is a Ghanaian international who has played for clubs in Europe and Africa.
He began his career at Dutch side Ajax before joining French club Marseille in 2013. Mensah then moved to English Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur in 2015, where he made over 100 appearances and won two FA Cups.
In January 2017, he joined Russian club Anzhi Makhachkala on a three-and-a-half year deal worth £15 million ($21 million). Mensah has featured for the Ghana national team since 2009, earning over 70 caps and scoring nine goals during that time.
At the age of just 25 years old, Jonathan Mensah is already one of the most decorated players in world football.
Also Played For: fc anzhi makhachkala, ghana soccer team
25. Martín Ojeda
Club Deportivo Godoy Cruz Antonio Tomba
Career
- 2016–2017: Ferro Carril Oeste
- 2017–2020: Racing Club
- 2019–2020: Huracán (loan)
- 2020–2022: Godoy Cruz
- 2023: Orlando City
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:49, 7 January 2023 (UTC)
Martín Ojeda is a Argentine winger who currently plays for Orlando City in the MLS. He made his professional debut with Atlético Tucumán in 2018, and has since represented Estudiantes de La Plata, Independiente del Valle and Club Atlético Lanús.
Martín Ojeda was part of the Argentina Under-20 national team that reached the final of the 2017 U-20 World Cup, where they were beaten by France.
Martin Ojeda was born on 27 November 1998 in Gualeguaychú, Argentina. He began his career playing for local side Estudiantes de La Plata before moving to Independiente del Valle in 2016.
In January 2019 he joined Club Atlético Lanús on loan until the end of the season. On 10 July 2019 he signed a five-year contract with Orlando City SC as their first ever homegrown player He is a versatile midfielder that has played for Ferro Carril Oeste and Racing Club.
He was loaned to Huracán in 2018, before joining Godoy Cruz the following year.
Ojeda made his professional debut with Orlando City in 2020 but did not feature again after being released at the end of the season. The 29-year-old Martín is currently on loan with Godoy Cruz from Racing Club.
Also Played For: argentine primera división
26. Enzo Copetti
Atlético de Rafaela
Career
- 2016–2021: Atlético de Rafaela
- 2021: Racing Club (loan)
- 2022: Racing Club
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 15:50, 5 December 2022 (UTC)
Enzo Copetti is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a winger for Serie A club Torino and the Argentina national team. He started his career with hometown side Roque Sáenz Peña in 2013, making 23 appearances before moving to Italian side Bologna in August of the same year.
After a season-long loan at Spezia, he transferred to Torino permanently in July 2018. In total, he has made 133 league appearances across all competitions for Torino and Bologna over three seasons combined.
Copetti represented Argentina at under-17, under-20, and senior level before being called up by Diego Maradona for their unsuccessful World Cup campaign in Russia this year; however, he did not make an appearance due to injury.
On 10 October 2019, Copetti was named on Roberto Mancini's preliminary 26 man squad for the upcoming World Cup in France but was subsequently cut from the final 23 days prior to kick off despite impressing during qualifying matches against Bolivia and Venezuela.
27. Thiago Almada
Atlanta United FC
Career
- 2005–2006: Santa Clara
- 2006–2018: Vélez Sarsfield
- 2018–2022: Vélez Sarsfield
- 2022: Atlanta United
- 2019: Argentina U20
- 2021: Argentina U23
- 2022: Argentina
Thiago Almada is an attacking midfielder and winger for Atlanta United. He was born in Ciudadela, Argentina on April 26th 2001. Almada started his career with Santa Clara before moving to Vélez Sarsfield in 2018.
Almada has made 21 appearances for Atlanta United so far in the MLS season 2019 campaign. Thiago Almada is a very versatile player who can play as an attacking midfielder or winger; he possesses good pace and dribbling ability which makes him difficult to defend against.
His nickname "Thiaguinho" comes from his father's affectionate Portuguese name of Tiago (meaning 'little one').
In July 2019, Thiago Almada joined fellow Argentine club Lanús on loan until the end of the year. Senior Clubs: Santa Clara (2005-2006); Vélez Sarsfield (2006-2018).
Also Played For: football manager 2020
28. Carles Gil
Forward
Career
- 1998–2009: Valencia
- 2009–2012: Valencia B
- 2012–2015: Valencia
- 2012–2014: Elche (loan)
- 2015–2018: Aston Villa
- 2016–2018: Deportivo La Coruña (loan)
- 2018–2019: Deportivo La Coruña
- 2019: New England Revolution
- 2013: Spain U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:40, 9 October 2022 (UTC)
Carles Gil is a Spanish attacking midfielder who currently plays for the New England Revolution in the MLS. Gil was born in Valencia, Spain in 1992 and started his career at local side Valencia CF.
He made his senior debut with Valencia in 2011 and went on to score 18 goals in 107 appearances for the La Liga club. Gil signed for Aston Villa in the summer of 2015 and made an immediate impact, scoring 10 goals in 36 appearances in all competitions.
Gil was loaned to Spanish side Deportivo La Coruna in January 2017 and scored eight goals in 31 appearances.
Gil moved to the New England Revolution in July 2017 and has since made 26 appearances, scoring six goals. Gil has represented Spain at under-20, under-21, and under-23 levels and made one appearance for the senior side.
Gil is a regular for the Spanish national team and has made 36 appearances, scoring 10 goals. Gil is contracted to the New England Revolution until 2021.
29. Jeremy Ebobisse
Forward
Career
- 2014–2015: Duke Blue Devils
- 2015: D.C. United U-23
- 2016: Charleston Battery
- 2017–2021: Portland Timbers
- 2017–2018: Portland Timbers 2
- 2021: San Jose Earthquakes
- 2016–2017: United States U20
- 2019–2021: United States U23
- 2019: United States
Jeremy Ebobisse is a 25-year-old French striker who currently plays for the San Jose Earthquakes. He made his senior debut for Duke Blue Devils in 2014 and has since scored 37 goals in 37 appearances for the team.
Ebobisse was born in Paris and began his career at Bethesda SC in his home country. He then spent two years at Duke Blue Devils, scoring nine goals in 37 appearances.
Ebobisse is considered a powerful and fast striker who is capable of scoring goals from anywhere on the pitch.
He is currently in his third season with the Earthquakes and is looking to help them qualify for the MLS playoffs this year. Ebobisse is a French international and has played for his country at various youth levels.
He is currently in the United States with the national team and is looking to help them qualify for the World Cup this year. Ebobisse is married and has two children. He enjoys spending time with his family and playing soccer.
Also Played For: portland timbers
30. Ryan Gauld
Midfielder
Career
- 2003–2006: Brechin City Boys Club
- 2006–2012: Dundee United
- 2012–2014: Dundee United
- 2014–2019: Sporting CP B
- 2014–2019: Sporting CP
- 2016–2017: Vitória de Setúbal (loan)
- 2017–2018: Aves (loan)
- 2018–2019: Farense (loan)
- 2019: Hibernian (loan)
- 2019–2021: Farense
- 2021: Vancouver Whitecaps FC
- 2012–2014: Scotland U19
- 2013–2016: Scotland U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 09:01, 10 October 2022 (UTC)
Ryan Gauld is a Scottish attacking midfielder who has played for Dundee United and Vancouver Whitecaps FC. He was born in Aberdeen, Scotland in 1995. Gauld played for Brechin City Boys Club before joining Dundee United in 2006.
Gauld made his first-team debut for Dundee United in the Scottish Premier League in November 2007. Gauld signed for Vancouver Whitecaps FC in July 2012.
Gauld has made over 100 appearances for Dundee United and Vancouver Whitecaps FC.
Gauld has represented Scotland at youth level. Gauld is a product of the Dundee United youth system. Gauld is a key player for Vancouver Whitecaps FC.
Ryan Gauld is an attacking midfielder who has played for Dundee United and Sporting CP in the Scottish Premiership.
Gauld has also played for Scotland's U19 and U21 teams. He joined Vancouver Whitecaps FC on loan in September 2019. Gauld has a good range of passing and is also known for his hard work in the midfield. Gauld is a Scotland national team player.
Also Played For: vancouver whitecaps fc, football manager 2014
31. Brandon Vazquez
FC Cincinnati
Career
- 2013–2016: Tijuana
- 2016: Tijuana
- 2017–2019: Atlanta United
- 2018–2019: Atlanta United 2
- 2020: FC Cincinnati
- 2014–2015: United States U17
- 2016: United States U19
- 2016: United States U20
- 2023: United States
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of October 10, 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of January 28, 2023
Brandon Vázquez was born on October 14, 1998 in Chula Vista, California. Vázquez is a forward for FC Cincinnati. Vázquez has made several appearances for the United States U-17 and U-20 teams.
Vázquez has also represented the United States at the U-20 World Cup. Brandon Vázquez is a young and promising forward who is still developing. Brandon Vázquez is expected to continue developing as a player and make an impact for FC Cincinnati in the future.
Brandon Vazquez is a Venezuelan international who has represented his country at the U17, U19 and U20 levels.
Brandon started his career in his native Venezuela before moving to Tijuana in Mexico in 2013. Brandon made his debut for Tijuana in the 2013–14 Liga MX season, and went on to make over 100 appearances for the club.
Brandon moved to Atlanta United in 2017, and made 32 appearances in his first season with the club. Brandon joined Atlanta United 2 in 2018, and played 12 matches for the team.
Brandon joined FC Cincinnati in 2020, and has made 83 appearances in all competitions for the club. Brandon has also represented the United States at the U17, U19 and U20 levels.
Brandon is currently out of contract with FC Cincinnati, and has been linked with a move to Europe. Brandon is a versatile midfielder who is capable of playing in central or defensive midfield.
Also Played For: fc cincinnati
32. Valentín Castellanos
New York City FC
Career
- 2017: Universidad de Chile
- 2017: Universidad de Chile
- 2017–2018: Torque (loan)
- 2018–2019: Torque
- 2018: New York City FC (loan)
- 2019: New York City FC
- 2022: Girona (loan)
- 2020: Argentina U23
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:57, 17 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 10 February 2020
Valentín Castellanos is a 24-year-old Argentine forward who currently plays for Girona on loan from New York City FC. Castellanos made his professional debut with Villa Nueva in the Argentine Primera División in 2016.
He made his first appearance for New York City FC in a 2-1 victory over Orlando City SC in the MLS Cup in December 2017. Castellanos scored his first goal for New York City FC in a 4-1 victory over the Colorado Rapids in the MLS on 5 October 2018.
Castellanos has represented Argentina at youth level. Valentín Castellanos is 1.78 metres tall and is a forward. Girona are currently in the Spanish La Liga.
Castellanos is set to leave New York City FC at the end of the 2018 MLS season. Castellanos is a member of the Argentina national team.
Valentín Castellanos is a Chilean footballer who currently plays for New York City FC in the United States. Castellanos began his professional career in Chile with Universidad de Chile.
Castellanos has represented Chile at the youth level, and made his senior international debut in March of 2020.
Castellanos has been a regular starter for New York City FC, scoring 49 goals in 101 appearances. Castellanos is currently on loan with Girona in Spain.
Also Played For: new york city fc
33. Johnny Russell
Forward
Career
- 2003–2007: Dundee United
- 2007–2013: Dundee United
- 2008: Forfar Athletic (loan)
- 2009: Forfar Athletic (loan)
- 2009–2010: Raith Rovers (loan)
- 2013–2018: Derby County
- 2018: Sporting Kansas City
- 2007–2009: Scotland U19
- 2010–2012: Scotland U21
- 2014–2019: Scotland
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 15 October 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 14 October 2019
Johnny Russell is a Scottish winger who currently plays for Sporting Kansas City. He began his career at Dundee United, and enjoyed considerable success in his time at the club, winning the Scottish Premier League title in 2009.
Russell then moved to Rangers, where he won the Scottish Cup in 2012 and 2013. He was sold to Sporting Kansas City in 2015. Russell has played at international level for Scotland, and has represented his country at the 2010 World Cup, the 2014 World Cup, and the 2018 World Cup.
He is a fast and skillful winger, who is known for his powerful striking ability. Johnny Russell is married to Scottish model Imogen Anthony, and the couple have two children.
Russell is a popular figure in the Sporting Kansas City community, and is often seen socializing with the team's fans.
Also Played For: dundee united f.c
34. Leonardo Campana
Career
- 2016–2019: Barcelona SC
- 2016–2020: Barcelona SC
- 2020–2023: Wolverhampton Wanderers
- 2020–2021: Famalicão (loan)
- 2021: Grasshopper (loan)
- 2022: Inter Miami (loan)
- 2023: Inter Miami
- 2019: Ecuador U20
- 2019–2020: Ecuador U23
- 2019: Ecuador
Leonardo Campana was born on 24 July 2000 in Guayaquil, Ecuador. He joined Barcelona SC in 2016 and made his professional debut in the 2016–17 season. He signed for Inter Miami in January 2019.
Campana has represented Ecuador at under-17, under-20, and under-23 levels. He is a forward and is known for his speed and attacking play. Campana is a highly-rated player and is expected to be a key part of Inter Miami's squad.
He is a member of the Ecuador national team and has made one appearance. Campana is a promising young player and is expected to continue his development at Inter Miami.
Campana is a fast and attacking forward who is expected to be a key part of Inter Miami's squad in the future.
Leonardo Campana is a Ecuadorian footballer who currently plays for Inter Miami in the United States. Campana has represented Ecuador at both the FIFA U-20 World Cup and the Copa America.
Campana is a fast and skilful winger who is capable of scoring goals. Campana is under contract with Inter Miami until the end of the 2020 season.
Campana is a keen footballer and is currently working on improving his overall game. Campana is a hard-working player who is always looking to give his best performance. Campana is a fast and skilful winger who is capable of scoring goals.
Campana is a fast and skilful winger who is capable of scoring goals. Campana is a hard-working player who is always looking to give his best performance.
35. Luciano Acosta
Midfielder
Career
- 2007–2014: Boca Juniors
- 2014–2016: Boca Juniors
- 2015: Estudiantes (loan)
- 2016: D.C. United (loan)
- 2017–2019: D.C. United
- 2020–2021: Atlas
- 2021: FC Cincinnati
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 10 October 2022
Luciano Acosta is an attacking midfielder who plays for FC Cincinnati. Acosta was born in Argentina and played for River Plate before joining D.C. United in 2018.
Acosta has represented Argentina at U-17, U-20, and U-23 level. Acosta has made over 50 appearances for FC Cincinnati and scored six goals. Acosta is a fast, attacking midfielder who is known for his assists and passing.
Acosta is a versatile player who can play in any midfield position. Acosta is a hard-working player who is known for his high work rate. Acosta is a future captain of FC Cincinnati. Acosta is a talented player who has the potential to become a top-level midfielder.
Luciano Acosta is a versatile midfielder who has played for several clubs in his career. He started his career at Boca Juniors before moving to Estudiantes in a loan deal.
Acosta then joined D.C. United on a loan deal in 2016 and was a key player for the team. Acosta was signed by FC Cincinnati in January 2021 and has been a key player for the team.
Luciano Acosta is known for his ability to score goals. He has scored 21 goals in 95 appearances in club competition. Luciano Acosta is a versatile midfielder who can play in several positions.
He is known for his passing and his ability to create chances for his team mates. Luciano Acosta is a hard-working player who is always looking to put in a good performance.
He is a key member of both Boca Juniors and D.C. United and is looking to continue his good form with FC Cincinnati.
Also Played For: dc united
36. Brenner
Forward
Career
- 2011–2017: São Paulo
- 2017–2021: São Paulo
- 2019: Fluminense (loan)
- 2021: FC Cincinnati
- 2015–2017: Brazil U17
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21 October 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 13 June 2018
Brenner is a young forward who is currently playing for FC Cincinnati. He has been in the US for a few years and is looking to make a name for himself. He has a good eye for goal, and is deadly in front of the net.
He is also a strong passer and has a good understanding of the game. He is currently in the middle of his first season in the US and is looking to continue progressing.
He is a player to watch for the future. He is a young player with a lot of potential and is sure to make a name for himself in the US and beyond.
Brenner began his career with São Paulo, playing for the team from 2011 to 2017. He made 38 appearances for the team in the club's domestic league, scoring 13 goals. Brenner then moved to Fluminense on loan in 2019, and made five appearances for the team.
He signed with FC Cincinnati in 2021, and has since made 64 appearances for the team and scored 26 goals. Brenner has also played for the Brazil U17 team, scoring 11 goals.
Also Played For: football manager 2019
37. Cucho Hernández
Columbus Crew
Career
- 2015: Deportivo Pereira
- 2015–2016: Deportivo Pereira
- 2017: Granada
- 2017: América de Cali (loan)
- 2017–2022: Watford
- 2017–2019: Huesca (loan)
- 2019–2020: Mallorca (loan)
- 2020–2021: Getafe (loan)
- 2022: Columbus Crew
- 2017–2019: Colombia U20
- 2018: Colombia
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:26, 12 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23
Cucho Hernández is a Colombian striker who currently plays for Columbus Crew. Hernández made his professional debut with Deportivo Pereira in 2015. He has also played for Atlético Nacional, Millonarios, and Independiente Santa Fe.
Hernández has scored 16 goals in 58 appearances for Columbus Crew. He is a fast, strong, and skillful striker. Hernández is set to become a key player for Columbus Crew in the coming years. Hernández is a fast, skillful, and dangerous striker.
He is one of the most promising young players in Colombian football. Cucho Hernández is a talented and promising striker who is set to have a big future in soccer. Cucho Hernández is a Colombian footballer who currently plays for Columbus Crew in the United States.
Hernández made his professional debut with Deportivo Pereira in the 2015–16 season. He then moved to Granada in 2017, but was loaned out to América de Cali the following season.
Hernández made his Watford debut in the 2017–18 season. He then moved to Huesca on a loan deal in the 2018–19 season.
Hernández played for Mallorca on a loan deal from Watford in the 2019–20 season. Hernández joined Columbus Crew in the 2020–21 season.
He has made 14 appearances for the Colombia U20 team. Hernández is a Colombia international and has made three appearances for the national team.
38. Dániel Sallói
Career
- 2005–2014: Újpest FC
- 2014–2015: Sporting Kansas City
- 2015: Újpest FC
- 2016: Sporting Kansas City
- 2016: Swope Park Rangers (loan)
- 2016: Gyirmót (loan)
- 2017: Swope Park Rangers (loan)
- 2013–2014: Hungary U18
- 2017: Hungary U21
- 2021: Hungary
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 15 October 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 2 September 2021
Dániel Sallói is a Hungarian striker who joined Sporting Kansas City in 2018. Sallói started his career at Újpest FC, before moving to Sporting Kansas City in 2018.
Sallói has scored seven goals in 31 appearances for Sporting Kansas City. Sallói is a versatile attacker who can play as a striker or winger. Sallói is a major part of the Sporting Kansas City team and is expected to continue to improve in the future.
Sallói is a talented young striker with a bright future. Sallói is a versatile defender who can play anywhere along the backline.
He started his career at Újpest FC, before moving to Sporting Kansas City in 2016. Sallói has appeared for Hungary at various youth levels, and has been called up for the senior team for the upcoming 2021 World Cup.
He is a hard-working defender who is always looking to put in a good performance. Sallói is a versatile defender who can play anywhere along the backline.
He started his career at Újpest FC, before moving to Sporting Kansas City in 2016. Sallói has appeared for Hungary at various youth levels, and has been called up for the senior team for the upcoming 2021 World Cup.
He is a hard-working defender who is always looking to put in a good performance. Sallói is a versatile defender who can play anywhere along the backline. He is a key part of Sporting Kansas City's defense.
39. Josef Martínez
Atlanta United FC
Career
- 2010: Caracas
- 2010–2012: Caracas
- 2012–2014: Young Boys
- 2013–2014: Thun (loan)
- 2014–2017: Torino
- 2017: Atlanta United (loan)
- 2017–2022: Atlanta United
- 2023: Inter Miami
- 2011–2013: Venezuela U20
- 2011: Venezuela
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:42, 9 October 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 18
Josef Martínez is a Venezuelan international striker who currently plays for Inter Miami. Martínez enjoyed a prolific youth career, leading Caracas to the U-17 and U-20 Copa America titles.
He made his professional debut in 2014 with Caracas, before signing for Atlanta United in 2018. Martínez has been a regular for Inter Miami since joining in 2019, scoring 18 goals in 55 appearances.
Martínez is a fast, powerful striker who is capable of scoring goals from long range. He is an eager and ambitious player who is looking to establish himself as one of the best goal scorers in the MLS.
Martínez is a popular figure with the Inter Miami fans, and his hard work and determination is often praised.
He is a natural leader on and off the pitch, and is always looking to help his team win. Martínez is a long-term target for top-level clubs, and he is expected to continue his impressive career in the MLS.
Also Played For: venezuela national football team
40. Hany Mukhtar
Nashville SC
Career
- 2000–2002: FC Stern Marienfelde
- 2002–2012: Hertha BSC
- 2012–2015: Hertha BSC II
- 2012–2015: Hertha BSC
- 2015: Benfica B
- 2015–2017: Benfica
- 2015–2016: Red Bull Salzburg (loan)
- 2016–2017: Brøndby (loan)
- 2017–2020: Brøndby
- 2020: Nashville SC
- 2009–2010: Germany U15
- 2010–2011: Germany U16
- 2011: Germany U17
- 2013: Germany U18
- 2014: Germany U19
- 2014–2016: Germany U20
- 2016–2017: Germany U21
Hany Mukhtar is a versatile attacking midfielder who has played for Hertha BSC II and Hertha BSC. He joined Portuguese side Benfica in 2015. Mukhtar is a fast and powerful player who can play on either flank.
He has made one appearance for the German national team. Mukhtar is a prodigious young player with a bright future. He has been labelled as the new Patrick Vieira. Mukhtar is a hard worker who is always willing to put in the effort.
He is a promising young player who is set to continue improving. Mukhtar is a skilled player with a good eye for goal.
Hany Mukhtar is a Moroccan international footballer who currently plays for Brøndby. Mukhtar has played for clubs in the Danish Superliga and the Austrian Bundesliga, and has represented his country at senior level.
In 2015, Mukhtar signed for Portuguese giants Benfica on a one-year loan, and went on to make 13 appearances for the club. Mukhtar joined Austrian side Red Bull Salzburg on a loan in 2016, and helped the side win promotion to the Bundesliga.
In 2017, Mukhtar signed for Brøndby on a permanent deal, and helped the side to win the Danish Superliga title.
Mukhtar has also been capped at international level by Morocco, and has made 79 appearances for the country. In October 2018, Mukhtar signed for Nashville SC in the United States, and will play in the MLS.
Mukhtar is a hard-working midfielder who is known for his passing ability and ball control. Mukhtar is considered to be one of Denmark's most promising young talents, and is expected to have a long and successful career.
41. Raúl Ruidíaz
Peru national football team
Career
- 1998–2008: Universitario
- 2008–2011: Universitario
- 2008–2009: U América (loan)
- 2012: Universidad de Chile
- 2012–2015: Coritiba
- 2013–2014: Universitario (loan)
- 2015: Melgar
- 2015–2017: Universitario
- 2016–2017: Morelia (loan)
- 2017–2018: Morelia
- 2018: Seattle Sounders
- 2011: Peru
Raúl Ruidíaz is a Peru international who currently plays for Seattle Sounders FC. Ruidíaz started his career at Universitario before moving to Chilean side Universidad de Chile.
Ruidíaz is a forward who is known for his speed and technical ability. Ruidíaz has made 66 appearances for Universitario and has scored 13 goals. Ruidíaz is set to link up with Seattle Sounders FC in the United States after the 2018 MLS season.
Ruidíaz is a product of the Universitario youth system and is considered a promising player. Ruidíaz is a fast, technical forward with a good scoring record. Ruidíaz is a key player for Peru and is expected to feature at the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
Ruidíaz is a promising forward with a bright future, and he is expected to continue his good form with Seattle Sounders FC in the future.
Also Played For: peru national football team
42. Lucas Zelarayán
Columbus Crew
Career
- 2012–2015: Belgrano
- 2016–2020: Tigres UANL
- 2020: Columbus Crew
- 2021: Armenia
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:50, 9 October 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 27 September 2022
Zelarayán is a versatile attacking midfielder who has played for clubs in both Europe and South America. He joined Columbus Crew in the summer of 2022 and has quickly established himself as a key player on the team.
Zelarayán is known for his quick feet, technical ability, and hard work on the field. He is a key part of the Columbus Crew team and is looking to help the club reach the top of the table.
Zelarayán is a true team player and has a good relationship with his fellow players.
He is a hard worker and is always looking to improve his game. Zelarayán is a popular player with the fans and is always looking to give his best performance.
He is a versatile player who can play as an attacking midfielder, central midfielder, or forward. Zelarayán is looking to help Columbus Crew win trophies and improve their ranking in the league.
Also Played For: tigres uanl
43. Emanuel Reynoso
Minnesota United FC
Career
- 2014–2018: Talleres de Córdoba
- 2018–2020: Boca Juniors
- 2020: Minnesota United
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 20:11, 10 October 2022 (UTC)
Reynoso is an attacking midfielder who is currently playing for Racing Club de Avellaneda in the Argentine Primera División. Reynoso started his career with River Plate before moving to Racing Club de Avellaneda in 2016.
Reynoso has made over 100 appearances for Racing Club de Avellaneda and has scored 15 goals. Reynoso has represented Argentina at under-20 and under-17 level. Reynoso is a fast and skillful player who is capable of playing in a number of positions on the pitch.
Reynoso is known for his dribbling and passing ability and is a key player for Racing Club de Avellaneda. Reynoso is likely to be a key player for Argentina at the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
Reynoso is a midfielder who has played for both Boca Juniors and Minnesota United in Argentina and Uruguay.
He was born on June 4th, 1992 in the city of Rosario, Argentina. Reynoso has featured in both the Argentine Primera División and the Uruguayan Primera División.
Reynoso made his professional debut with Talleres de Córdoba in 2014 and has since made over 50 appearances for the club. Reynoso joined Boca Juniors in June 2018 and has made 45 appearances for the club.
Reynoso joined Minnesota United in October 2020 and has made 71 appearances for the club. Reynoso has been capped by Argentina at U17, U20, and senior level.
Reynoso has been nominated for the 2017-2018 Serie A Best Midfielder award. Reynoso is a free agent and is currently without a club.
Also Played For: minnesota united fc
44. Xherdan Shaqiri
Switzerland national football team
Career
- 1999–2001: SV Augst
- 2001–2009: FC Basel
- 2007–2009: FC Basel II
- 2009–2012: FC Basel
- 2012–2015: Bayern Munich
- 2015: Inter Milan
- 2015–2018: Stoke City
- 2018–2021: Liverpool
- 2021–2022: Lyon
- 2022: Chicago Fire
- 2007–2008: Switzerland U17
- 2008–2009: Switzerland U18
- 2009: Switzerland U19
- 2009–2011: Switzerland U21
- 2010: Switzerland
Shaqiri is a Swiss international footballer who plays for Chicago Fire in MLS. He started his career at Swiss side SV Augst before moving to FC Basel in 2009.
Shaqiri played 18 times for FC Basel before leaving for English side Stoke City in 2012. He joined English side Liverpool in 2015 and has since made over 100 appearances for the club.
Shaqiri has represented Switzerland at both the Under-21 and senior levels. He made his international debut in 2009 and has since played at two World Cups. Shaqiri was named PFA Players' Player of the Year in 2017.
He is currently contracted to Chicago Fire until 2021. Shaqiri is known for his ability to score goals from midfield. Xherdan Shaqiri is a talented and talented Swiss footballer who has represented his country at various youth levels.
Shaqiri has played for Bayern Munich, Inter Milan, Stoke City, Liverpool and Chicago Fire in his international career.
Shaqiri is a playmaker who is known for his technical ability and passing ability. Shaqiri has been a key player for each of his clubs and has helped them to achieve success.
Shaqiri is a versatile midfielder who can play in any position on the pitch. Shaqiri is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game. Shaqiri is a versatile player who can play in a number of different positions.
Shaqiri is a fast player who can run with the ball at a high pace. Shaqiri is a talented player who has the potential to be a top-level player.
Also Played For: switzerland football team, chicago fire fc
45. Alejandro Pozuelo
Inter Miami CF
Career
- 2010–2012: Betis B
- 2011–2013: Betis
- 2013–2014: Swansea City
- 2014–2015: Rayo Vallecano
- 2015–2019: Genk
- 2019–2022: Toronto FC
- 2022: Inter Miami
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 30 September 2022
Alejandro Pozuelo is a Spanish attacking midfielder who currently plays for Inter Miami in the United States.
Pozuelo has played for clubs including Sevilla, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, and has won several trophies including the Copa del Rey, La Liga, and the Champions League.
Pozuelo made his professional debut with Sevilla in 2009 and has since made over 200 appearances for the club.
In 2016, Pozuelo joined Real Madrid and helped the club win the Liga and the Champions League. In 2018, Pozuelo joined Barcelona and helped the club win the Liga and the Copa del Rey.
Pozuelo is a Spanish international and has made over 50 appearances for the country. Pozuelo is a regular member of the Spain squad and was part of the team that reached the final of the 2018 World Cup. Pozuelo was named in the MLS All-Star team for the 2019 season.
46. Nicolás Lodeiro
Uruguay national football team
Career
- 2003–2007: Nacional
- 2007–2010: Nacional
- 2010–2012: Ajax
- 2012–2014: Botafogo
- 2014–2015: Corinthians
- 2015–2016: Boca Juniors
- 2016: Seattle Sounders FC
- 2008–2009: Uruguay U20
- 2012: Uruguay Olympic
- 2009: Uruguay
Nicolás Lodeiro is a Uruguayan attacking midfielder who currently plays for Seattle Sounders FC. Lodeiro started his career at Nacional before moving to Seattle in 2017.
Lodeiro is known for his technical ability and passing ability. Lodeiro has won several awards, including the MLS MVP and Golden Boot in 2017. Lodeiro is a member of the Uruguay national team.
Lodeiro is one of the most popular players in Seattle. Lodeiro is expected to lead Seattle in attack next season. Lodeiro is a key figure in Uruguay's bid to qualify for the World Cup. Lodeiro is a potential candidate for the Ballon d'Or in 2018.
Nicolás Lodeiro is a Uruguayan footballer who plays as a central midfielder for Seattle Sounders FC in the United States of America.
Nicolás Lodeiro started his career at Uruguayan side Defensor Sporting, before spending several seasons playing in Europe with Dutch side Feyenoord Rotterdam, Danish side FC Midtjylland, and Spanish side Atlético Madrid.
In 2012, Nicolás Lodeiro joined Serie A side Juventus, before moving to European champions Barcelona in 2014.
In 2017, Nicolás Lodeiro joined MLS side Seattle Sounders FC, with whom he has won two MLS Cups and one US Open Cup. Nicolás Lodeiro has also represented Uruguay at international level, playing in the Copa América in 2011 and the 2015 Copa America.
Also Played For: conmebol
47. Đorđe Mihailović
United States men's national soccer team
Career
- 2003–2013: Chicago Blast
- 2013–2017: Chicago Fire
- 2017–2020: Chicago Fire
- 2021–2022: CF Montréal
- 2023: AZ
- 2016–2017: United States U19
- 2019–2021: United States U23
- 2019: United States
Mihailović is a 24-year-old attacking midfielder who played for Chicago Fire in 2017. November 10, 1998, in Jacksonville, Florida. He started his youth career with the Chicago Blast in 2003.
He made his professional debut with Chicago Fire in 2017. United States national team.
He is currently contracted to AZ. Mihailović is a Serbian professional footballer who currently plays as a midfielder for MLS club Chicago Fire.
Mihailović began his career with Serbian club Red Star Belgrade, making his senior debut in 2014. In 2017, Mihailović joined MLS side Chicago Fire.
Mihailović has represented Serbia at international level, making his debut in 2016. Mihailović was named the MLS player of the month for September 2018.
Mihailović was part of the Serbia side that won the 2019 World Cup. Mihailović has won three league titles with Chicago Fire.
Mihailović has also represented Serbia at the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, and Copa America tournaments. Mihailović is a regular for the Serbia national team.
Also Played For: cf montréal
48. Talles Magno
Career
- 2019–2021: Vasco da Gama
- 2021: New York City FC
- 2019: Brazil U17
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 13 October 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 7 November 2019
Talles Magno is a Brazilian winger who currently plays for New York City FC. He was born on June 26, 2002 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He is 1.86 m tall and has played for various clubs in his country.
He joined New York City FC in the summer of 2019. He has been praised for his speed and dribbling ability. He is seen as a long-term prospect by the club. He is eligible to play for the Brazil national team.
Talles Magno is one of the most promising young players in the world. He is expected to make an impact with New York City FC in the future. He is a Brazilian defender who joined Vasco da Gama in 2019. Magno made his debut for Vasco da Gama in the 2019 Brasileirão season.
Magno has been a regular starter for Vasco da Gama in their league and international matches. Magno is highly rated by his club and international team-mates.
Magno is known for his athleticism and ball control. Magno is contracted to Vasco da Gama until 2021. Magno has been linked with a move to New York City FC in the future.
Magno is a Brazilian international and was part of the team that won the 2019 World Cup. Talles Magno is an exciting young defender with a lot of potential.
49. Sean Johnson
Goalkeeper
Career
- 2007–2008: UCF Knights
- 2009: Atlanta Blackhawks
- 2010–2016: Chicago Fire
- 2017–2022: New York City FC
- 2023: Toronto FC
- 2009: United States U20
- 2012: United States U23
- 2011: United States
Sean Johnson was born on May 31, 1989 in Lilburn, Georgia. Johnson played college soccer at UCF, where he was a two-time All-American. Johnson was drafted by the Chicago Fire in the 2009 MLS SuperDraft, but never made an appearance for the team.
Johnson was traded to Toronto FC in the 2016 MLS SuperDraft, and has since made over 176 appearances for the club. Johnson is currently Toronto's starting goalkeeper. Johnson has been a regular member of the United States national team, making appearances at the 2014 and 2018 World Cups.
Johnson is a two-time MLS Goalkeeper of the Month. Johnson was named to the MLS All-Star team in 2018. Johnson is married and has two children. Johnson was born in New York City and attended Fordham University where he played soccer on the school's varsity team.
After playing for the United States U20 national team, Johnson attracted the attention of several MLS teams and signed with New York City FC in 2009.
After two seasons with the club, Johnson was traded to Toronto FC in 2012. He spent six seasons with the Reds before joining Atlanta United in 2018.
Johnson has made 161 appearances for the United States national team and has won three Gold Cups and a CONCACAF Champions League.
Johnson is currently a free agent and is likely to retire after his time with Atlanta United. Johnson is known for his ability to distribute the ball and create chances for his teammates.
Johnson is a hard worker and is often seen training with the younger players on the team. Johnson is a popular figure in the locker room and is known for his positive attitude. Johnson is a staple on the US national team and is likely to be a part of the squad for the 2020 Olympics.
50. Federico Bernardeschi
Forward
Career
- 2000–2001: Atletico Carrara
- 2001–2003: Polisportiva Ponzano
- 2003–2013: Fiorentina
- 2013–2017: Fiorentina
- 2013–2014: Crotone (loan)
- 2017–2022: Juventus
- 2022: Toronto FC
- 2011–2012: Italy U18
- 2013: Italy U19
- 2013–2015: Italy U20
- 2014–2017: Italy U21
- 2016: Italy
Federico Bernardeschi is a 29-year-old winger who currently plays for Toronto FC in MLS. Bernardeschi began his career with Atletico Carrara before moving to Fiorentina in 2013.
Bernardeschi played a key role for Fiorentina during their 2014–15 Serie A title campaign and was named the club's player of the year. Bernardeschi signed for Toronto FC in 2017 and has made an immediate impact, scoring 10 goals in 26 appearances.
Bernardeschi is a versatile attacking midfielder and is known for his speed, creativity, and goalscoring ability. Bernardeschi is one of the most promising young Italian players and is sure to continue impressing in MLS.
Bernardeschi is a member of the Italian national team and has made one appearance, coming on as a substitute in a friendly against Spain in 2016.
Bernardeschi is expected to be a key player for Italy at the 2018 World Cup. Bernardeschi is a popular figure in the Toronto FC locker room and is known for his infectious personality and dedication to the game.
51. Alan Velasco
Career
- 2012–2019: Independiente
- 2019–2022: Independiente
- 2022: FC Dallas
- 2019: Argentina U17
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 11:23, 15 October 2022 (UTC)
Alan Velasco was born on July 27, 2002 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He is a winger and currently plays for FC Dallas. Alan Velasco has made one appearance for the Argentina national team.
He is 1.67m tall and has a good scoring record for FC Dallas. Alan Velasco is an Argentinian footballer who currently plays for FC Dallas in the United States of America. He made his professional debut with Independiente in 2012 and has since gone on to make 48 appearances for the club, scoring six goals.
He has also represented Argentina at U17 level, winning the Copa America in 2019. Alan Velasco is a hard-working attacker who is well-known for his speed and ability to score goals.
Final Words
The United States Major League Soccer (MLS) is the premier men’s professional soccer league in the United States and one of the most popular leagues in the world.
The league has produced some of the best players in the world, including David Beckham, Thierry Henry, and Cristiano Ronaldo.
