Greg Jordan

  • Years with club: 2014–2016
  • Position: Midfielder (Defensive Midfield / Central Midfield)
  • Nationality: American

Greg Jordan joined Minnesota United FC in 2014, when the club was competing in the North American Soccer League (NASL). A tough, composed defensive midfielder, he was a regular fixture in the midfield for three seasons, helping the club secure the NASL Spring Season Championship in 2014. Jordan was valued for his consistency, ball-winning ability, and work rate, making a total of 46 appearances for the Loons in the NASL.

Key stats with Minnesota United (NASL):

  • Total NASL regular season appearances: 46
  • Goals: 1
  • Assists: 4
  • Championships: NASL Spring Season Champion (2014)
  • Acquisition: Signed ahead of the 2014 season from Philadelphia Union (MLS).

Memorable moments:

  • NASL success: He was a key part of the dominant 2014 Loons team that won the Spring Season title and reached the NASL Semifinals.
  • MLS Draft history: Jordan was originally drafted 32nd overall in the 2012 MLS SuperDraft by the Philadelphia Union.
  • College career: He was a highly decorated college player at Creighton University, earning NSCAA All-American Second Team honors in 2011.

Where is he now?:

  • After leaving Minnesota United, Jordan played for the San Francisco Deltas (2017), where he won the NASL Championship, and the Charlotte Independence (2018).
  • He retired from professional soccer in December 2018.
  • Jordan is currently working as a girls soccer coach with the Gretna Elite Academy in Nebraska, where he has coached state championship-winning teams.
  • He is also known for promoting a plant-based diet and sharing recipes.