Romario Ibarra

  • Years with Minnesota United: 2018–2020
  • Position: Midfielder (left winger/attacking midfielder)
  • Nationality: Ecuadorian
  • Acquisition: Transferred from Universidad Católica (Ecuador) on July 9, 2018.

Romario Ibarra is a pacy Ecuadorian international winger who was one of Minnesota United’s earlier high-profile signings in MLS. He was known for his speed, skill, and ability to score spectacular goals. His time in Minnesota was short, as he spent the majority of his contract period on loan in Mexico.

Key stats with Minnesota United (MNUFC)

  • MLS regular season appearances: 17
  • MLS regular season goals: 5
  • Loan spells:
    • CF Pachuca (Liga MX, May 2019 – June 2020)
  • Departure: Transferred permanently to CF Pachuca on July 1, 2020, following an initial 13-month loan.

Memorable moments and honors (Overall career)

  • World Cup participant: Named to the Ecuadorian squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
  • International goalscorer: Scored on his debut for the Ecuador Senior National Team in a World Cup Qualifier against Chile (October 2017). Has accumulated 27 caps and 3 goals.
  • Liga MX champion: Won the Liga MX Apertura title with CF Pachuca in 2022.
  • International debut: His older brother, Renato Ibarra, is also an Ecuadorian international footballer.

Where is he now?

  • Romario Ibarra is currently an active Forward/Winger for Vinotinto F.C. in the Ecuadorian Serie A.
  • He joined Vinotinto F.C. on a free transfer in July 2025 after a brief spell with Independiente del Valle.