Romain Métanire

  • Years with Minnesota United: 2019–2022
  • Position: Defender (right-back)
  • Nationality: Malagasy (Madagascar)
  • Acquisition: Transferred from Stade de Reims (Ligue 1) on January 25, 2019.

Romain Métanire joined Minnesota United FC as a key defensive signing and spent four seasons with the club. Born in France, Métanire had an extensive European career before coming to MLS, notably playing for FC Metz and Stade de Reims. He also plays internationally for the Madagascar national team.

Key stats with Minnesota United (MNUFC)

  • MLS regular season appearances: 74
  • MLS regular season goals: 1
  • MLS regular season assists: 9
  • MLS All-Star: 2019 (only MNUFC player selected that year)
  • MLS cup playoff appearances: 4

Memorable moments and honors (Overall career)

  • MLS All-Star (2019).
  • U.S. Open cup runner-up with Minnesota United FC (2019).
  • Knight Order of Madagascar (2019).
  • Ligue 2 champion with Stade de Reims (2017–18).
  • UNFP Ligue 2 team of the year (2013–14, with FC Metz).

Where is he now?

  • He is currently without a club since December 2024, following his time with Spokane Velocity FC in USL League One.