Justin Davis
- Years with club: 2011–2017
- Position: Defender (Left-Back)
- Nationality: American
- Acquisition: Signed with the NSC Minnesota Stars in the North American Soccer League (NASL) in 2011
Justin Davis is one of the most significant and longest-serving players in Minnesota United FC history. He played for the club during its entire NASL run (when it was known as NSC Minnesota Stars and then Minnesota United FC) and was one of the first two players signed to the Major League Soccer (MLS) roster. Known for his speed, consistency, attacking runs as a left-back, and leadership, he is a true Loons legend.
Key stats with Minnesota United (NASL & MLS):
- Total club appearances (all competitions): 169 (A former club record)
- Total minutes played (club record): 15,132
- Goals (all competitions): 9
- Assists (all competitions): 12
- MLS regular season appearances (2017): 8
- NASL Best XI selections: 3 (Consecutive, 2014, 2015, 2016)
- Club honors: 2011 NASL Soccer Bowl Champion (with NSC Minnesota Stars)
Memorable moments:
- Longest-serving player: He was the longest-serving player at the time of the club’s transition from the NASL to MLS.
- MLS transition signing: Davis was one of the first two players signed by Minnesota United FC to the new MLS roster in December 2016, alongside Kevin Venegas, recognizing his dedication to the club.
- NASL elite: He was consistently recognized as one of the best defenders in the NASL, earning three consecutive Best XI selections and being the top-scoring defender in the league in 2015 with five goals.
- Vice captain: He served as the club’s vice captain for the 2017 MLS expansion season.
Where is he now?:
- After his playing contract with Minnesota was declined at the end of the 2017 season, Davis signed with Nashville SC for their inaugural USL Championship season in 2018.
- He retired from professional soccer on December 1, 2019, following the end of the USL Championship season with Nashville SC.
