Doneil Henry
- Years with club: 2023
- Position: Centre-back / Defender
- Nationality: Canadian
Doneil Henry joined Minnesota United in December 2022, acquired off waivers after spending the latter half of the 2022 season with Toronto FC. A veteran Canadian international, Henry brought significant Major League Soccer, European, and Asian experience to the Loons’ backline. However, his time with Minnesota was brief. He was released by the club in June 2023 after making only one appearance for the organization.
Key stats with Minnesota United:
- MLS regular season appearances: 0
- MLS NEXT Pro appearances (MNUFC2): 1
- Total club goals/assists: 0
Memorable moments:
- Veteran experience: He joined the club having played for multiple MLS teams (Toronto FC, Vancouver Whitecaps FC, LAFC) and international clubs, including West Ham United, Blackburn Rovers, and Suwon Samsung Bluewings.
- National team career: He was a member of the Canada men’s national team that qualified for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, though injury kept him from playing in the tournament.
- First Homegrown Player: He was notably the first-ever Homegrown Player signing for Toronto FC in 2010.
Where are they now?:
- After his release from Minnesota United in June 2023, Henry joined Canadian Premier League side HFX Wanderers FC in July 2023, playing 13 regular season and one playoff match.
- He announced his retirement from playing soccer in February 2025 at the age of 31.
- He is currently the head coach of League 1 Ontario side Simcoe County Rovers FC, a club which he co-owns with former Canada teammates.
