Kisa Kiingi

  • Years with club: 2025–present
  • Position: Defender (Right-Back / Centre-Back)
  • Nationality: American / Kenyan
  • Acquisition: Signed to an MLS NEXT Pro contract with MNUFC2 on March 14, 2025, after playing collegiately at Cornell University.

Kisa Kiingi (full name Mukisa Kiingi) is a young defender who joined the Minnesota United FC organization in 2025 with the reserve team, Minnesota United FC 2 (MNUFC2). Known for his versatility as an athletic right-back or central defender, he arrived with a strong collegiate background, having captained the Cornell University men’s soccer team during his senior season.

Key stats with Minnesota United (through 2025 season):

  • MLS NEXT Pro (MNUFC2) appearances: 19 (including playoffs)
  • MLS NEXT Pro goals: 1
  • MLS NEXT Pro assists: 0
  • US Open Cup appearances: 0 (was on the bench for a match)
  • Contract status: Under contract with MNUFC2 through December 2025, with a club option for 2026.
  • College career: Made 59 appearances for Cornell, notching 7 goals and 8 assists, and was a team captain in his final season.

Memorable moments:

  • First professional goal: Scored a game-winning header goal in stoppage time in the MNUFC2 season opener against Austin FC II in March 2025.
  • Versatility: Has successfully played both right-back and center-back during his debut professional season with MNUFC2.

Where is he now?:

  • Kisa Kiingi is currently an active defender for Minnesota United FC 2 (MNUFC2) in the MLS NEXT Pro league.
  • He is under contract for the 2026 season via a club option.