- Years with club: 2020
- Position: Forward
Standing at 6’4″, Aaron Schoenfeld was signed by Minnesota United in February 2020 to add physical presence and depth to the forward line. Before joining the Loons, the Tennessee native had a fascinating career path that included a successful four-year stint in the Israeli Premier League (where he became a cult hero for Maccabi Tel Aviv) and time with the Columbus Crew. While his time in Minnesota was short—lasting only the duration of the pandemic-shortened 2020 season—he was a well-liked figure in the locker room known for his work rate and aerial ability.
Key stats:
- Appearances: 14 (MLS regular season)
- Goals: 1
- Role: Primarily used as a late-game substitute to hold up play and win aerial duels.
Memorable moments:
- The stoppage time winner: His defining moment in a Loons jersey came on October 24, 2020, against FC Cincinnati. In a tight match at Nippert Stadium, Schoenfeld came off the bench and scored a dramatic game-winning goal in the 92nd minute. He capitalized on a scramble in the box following a corner kick, slotting home a loose ball to secure three crucial points for the team as they pushed for a high playoff seed.
Where are they now?:
After the 2020 season, Schoenfeld signed with Austin FC for their inaugural 2021 campaign but struggled with a knee injury that eventually forced his retirement in early 2022. He is married to USWNT and San Diego Wave defender Abby Dahlkemper. Since retiring, he has remained connected to the game, often seen supporting his wife’s career and occasionally appearing in soccer media circles.