Houston Dynamo HubHouston Dynamo's Hector Herrera will be remembered for his transformational play, leading the team to the playoffs and an Open Cup title. However, his last act in an orange shirt was spitting at a referee, earning a red card and compromising the team's position.
What happened?
Herrera's actions in the playoff match against Seattle Sounders led to his exit from the club. Houston Dynamo general manager Pat Onstad said the incident factored into the decision not to pick up his option.
Why it matters for Houston Dynamo
Herrera was a key player for the team, earning $5.2 million in 2024 and helping the team turn around after years of irrelevance. His departure leaves a gap in the team's lineup.
What comes next?
The team is moving on from Herrera, with Onstad citing several factors in the decision. Herrera had expressed his desire to stay with the team, but the incident and his salary demands made it unlikely.
As of the current season, Houston Dynamo are 12th in Major League Soccer, with 37 points from 34 games, and a recent form of DLLWL. They have scored 43 goals and conceded 56, with a goal difference of -13. Their next fixture is against Vancouver Whitecaps on August 20, 2026.
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| League Standing | 12th |
| Points | 37 |
| Goals Scored | 43 |
| Goals Conceded | 56 |
| Goal Difference | -13 |
| Recent Form | DLLWL |
| Next Fixture | vs Vancouver Whitecaps, August 20, 2026 |
