Oscar Herrera
- Years with club: 2024 (Signed July 2024)
- Position: Goalkeeper
- Nationality: American
- Acquisition: Signed an MLS NEXT Pro contract with MNUFC2 in July 2024 after impressing the club following the completion of his collegiate career.
Oscar Herrera is a goalkeeper who signed his first professional contract with Minnesota United’s reserve team, MNUFC2. His signing is a notable local story, as he played his college soccer nearby at Augsburg University in Minneapolis.
Key stats with Minnesota United (2024):
- MLS regular season appearances (First Team): 0
- MLS NEXT Pro appearances (MNUFC2): 4
- First Team Reserve Role: Was signed to a short-term agreement in July 2024, making him available as a reserve goalkeeper on the First Team bench for one MLS match (vs. Vancouver Whitecaps FC on July 3, 2024).
- Departure: His contract with MNUFC2 concluded at the end of the 2024 season.
Memorable moments and honors (Overall Career):
- Local College Star: Had a prolific four-year career at Augsburg University (NCAA Division III), finishing as one of the school’s top keepers in career wins and shutouts.
- Collegiate Honors: Earned All-MIAC and United Soccer Coaches All-Region first-team honors in 2021.
- Local Ties: Trained with local club Minneapolis City FC during his college career.
Where is he now?:
- Following the end of his playing contract, Oscar Herrera quickly transitioned into a coaching role.
- He is currently serving as the Men’s Soccer Assistant Coach (Goalkeepers) for his alma mater, Augsburg University, a position he took up in 2024.
