Player Details

Name

Omar Gonzalez

Pronunciation

gone-ZAHL-lez

Height

6' 5"

Weight

207 lbs

Date of Birth

10.11.1988 (36)

Birthplace

Dallas, TX, USA

Position

Defender

Roster Category

Supplemental Slots 21-24
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Career Summary

ACQUIRED
Signed as a free agent on Jan. 10, 2023.

PROFESSIONAL 

  • Entering his 16th season as a professional and 13th season in MLS (276 appearances).
  • Three-time MLS Cup winner (2011, 2012, and 2014), a two-time Supporters’ Shields winner (2010 and 2011).
  • Named to the MLS Best XI selections four times (2010, 2011, 2013, and 2014).
  • Made 17 starts and 32 appearances for the Revs from 2022-23.
  • Selected third overall by the LA Galaxy in the 2009 MLS SuperDraft and named MLS Rookie of the Year (2009).
  • On the international stage, Gonzalez has accumulated 52 caps with the United States, including three appearances in the 2014 FIFA Men’s World Cup in Brazil. Winner of the 2013 and 2017 Concacaf Gold Cup titles, he remains one of the most experienced players in the U.S. pool, with 18 appearances in World Cup Qualifiers.

PERSONAL

  • Graduated from Skyline High School in Dallas.
  • One of six native Texans on the roster.