Diego Luna: Profile of the USMNT Soccer Star

Liputan6.com, Jakarta  Diego Ángel Luna, born on September 7, 2003, in Sunnyvale, California, is a Mexican-American professional soccer player whose dynamic style and creative flair have made him one of the most exciting young talents in Major League Soccer (MLS) and the U.S. Men's National Team (USMNT). 

Luna's dual heritage is a source of pride and has helped him connect with diverse fan bases across the United States.

Luna began his soccer journey with the San Jose Earthquakes academy, participating in elite youth tournaments such as the Dallas Cup and Generation Adidas Cup.

In 2018, he joined the Barcelona Residency Academy in Arizona, further honing his skills and tactical understanding.

Luna signed his first professional contract in April 2021.

Scored 13 goals and provided 7 assists in 42 matches, quickly establishing himself as a standout in the MLS.

Then, he joined Real Salt Lake in June 2022 for a MLS record transfer fee of $250,000.

 Became a regular starter by 2023 and was named MLS Young Player of the Year in 2024.

 As of July 2025, Luna has played 88 MLS matches, scoring 23 goals and providing 11 assists.

He earned his first senior cap in January 2024.

In Gold Cup 2025, he scored twice in the semi-final against Guatemala, helping the U.S. reach the final.

He has 12 caps, 3 goals for the USMNT as of July 2025.

Luna is primarily a left midfielder, also effective as an attacking midfielder and winger.  Creativity, dribbling, vision, and a fearless approach to taking on defenders

His height: 1.73 m (5'8"), right-footed, known for his low center of gravity.

 Luna is celebrated for his resilience—famously playing on after a broken nose in a USMNT friendly—and his commitment to both club and country. His rapid rise has sparked interest from European clubs, and he is widely regarded as a future star for both Real Salt Lake and the USMNT.

 With the 2026 FIFA World Cup on the horizon, Diego Luna is poised to play a pivotal role for the United States, embodying the promise of a new generation of American soccer talent.