Omar Daley

  • Years with club: 2013–2014
  • Position: Midfielder (Right Midfield / Winger)
  • Nationality: Jamaican
  • Acquisition: Signed with Minnesota United FC (NASL) in August 2013, joining after his time with Motherwell FC in the Scottish Premier League.

Omar Daley is a high-profile Jamaican international who brought significant European and international experience to Minnesota United during the North American Soccer League (NASL) era. Known for his pace, dribbling skill, and versatility on the wing, he was a key attacking threat during his relatively short time with the club.

Key stats with Minnesota United (NASL, 2013–2014):

  • Total club appearances: 23
  • Total club goals: 3
  • Total club assists: 1
  • Memorable Performance: Scored a hat-trick in the final match of the 2013 season (a 6-2 victory over the Atlanta Silverbacks), which was the first hat-trick scored by a Minnesota player since 2007.

Memorable moments and honors (Overall Career):

  • Jamaican International: Represented the Jamaica Senior National Team in 75 matches (7 goals), including appearances in FIFA World Cup Qualifiers and the CONCACAF Gold Cup.
  • European Experience: Spent several seasons in England and Scotland, most notably playing over 100 games for Bradford City (England) and spending two years with Motherwell FC (Scottish Premier League), where he participated in Champions League qualifiers.
  • US Soccer: Also played for the Charleston Battery (USL) and OKC Energy (USL).

Where is he now?:

  • After leaving Minnesota United in 2014, Daley went on to play for OKC Energy in the USL Championship and later for Portmore United in Jamaica.
  • He officially retired from professional football on July 1, 2016.
  • Since retiring, Daley has expressed an interest in remaining involved in soccer, though specific current coaching or administrative roles are not widely publicized.