{"id":218654,"date":"2026-07-29T05:50:31","date_gmt":"2026-07-29T05:50:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/quixnet.net\/wpinstance\/lucas-herrington-credits-colorado-rapids-for-world-cup-breakout-mlssoccer-com\/"},"modified":"2026-07-29T05:50:31","modified_gmt":"2026-07-29T05:50:31","slug":"lucas-herrington-credits-colorado-rapids-for-world-cup-breakout-mlssoccer-com","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/quixnet.net\/wpinstance\/lucas-herrington-credits-colorado-rapids-for-world-cup-breakout-mlssoccer-com\/","title":{"rendered":"Lucas Herrington credits Colorado Rapids for World Cup breakout – MLSsoccer.com"},"content":{"rendered":"

CHARLOTTE, N.C. \u2013 Flash back to one year ago today.
Lucas Herrington<\/a> was largely unknown on the global stage, having only just completed his first professional season with Australian A-League side Brisbane Roar.
Back to present day, where the 18-year-old center back is a locked-in starter for the Colorado Rapids<\/a>, a FIFA World Cup<\/a> veteran and now an MLS All-Star.
It\u2019s been a spectacular ascent, and in some ways comparable to a Hollywood script. But Herrington refuses to get out over his skis. For the young star, he takes it one day at a time.
\u201cObviously I believe in myself. Every chance I get to step onto the field is a pleasure, an honor,\u201d Herrington told MLSsoccer.com during a one-on-one conversation ahead of Wednesday\u2019s match vs. the LIGA MX All-Stars at Bank of America Stadium (8 pm ET |\u00a0Apple TV<\/a>).
\u201cI just go out there and try to do my best every time, for whoever I\u2019m playing for, whether it\u2019s the national team or the Rapids. I\u2019m trying to do that every game; I believe in my own abilities to get out of situations.
\u201cI just love playing football. I\u2019d rather be on the pitch than off it. I\u2019m just so happy whenever I can play against the best players in the world. It was an honor for me to play at the World Cup and every week for the Rapids.\u201d
Our All-Star checking in from Charlotte 🌟 pic.twitter.com\/QUQ1d2ee3i<\/a>
Herrington’s rise from A-League newcomer to one of the world\u2019s top emerging center back prospects is, in a word, astounding.
But Herrington has proven time and time again that he\u2019s up for the challenge. Even at 18 years old, the young Australian displays incredible composure and wisdom well beyond his years, a quality that hasn\u2019t gone unnoticed across MLS and the entire world.
Nowhere was that more prevalent than at the 2026 World Cup, where, after not featuring in the Socceroos\u2019 first two contests, Herrington was relied upon in multiple key moments during their final three games, all of which were must-win matches.
\u201cIt was special. It\u2019s a dream come true to play at the World Cup and represent my country at the World Cup,\u201d Herrington gleamed about the Socceroos’ Round of 32 finish.
\u201cI loved every minute. Being thrown into those games, I love playing those games, so to be given the trust by the coaching staff and the players is special.\u201d
So PROUD of Lucas Herrington\u2019s performance on the world\u2019s biggest stage. <\/p>\n

The youngest MLS player ever to appear in a FIFA World Cup, representing Australia, the Colorado Rapids, and our community with pride.<\/p>\n

At 18, this is just the beginning. pic.twitter.com\/qDElc7OuVr<\/a>
This week\u2019s MLS All-Star events have given the 6-foot-4 center back a chance to reflect on how far he\u2019s come in such a short time, while also enjoying the accolades bestowed upon him.
\u201cIt\u2019s a massive event for the league, massive event for myself,” Herrington said. “So, I\u2019m so glad to be here and I can\u2019t wait for the game on Wednesday, and everything that\u2019s coming up.\u201d
It\u2019s even provided the opportunity to make a few new friends, with fellow young stars \u2013 Red Bull New York<\/a> forward Julian Hall<\/a> and\u00a0Real Salt Lake<\/a> midfielder Zavier Gozo<\/a> \u2013 also receiving their first All-Star selections.
\u201cIt\u2019s been awesome. Some massive names here in the world of football.\u00a0Also, some exciting young players as well, like Julian [Hall] and Zavier [Gozo],” he added. “I\u2019ve been hanging out with those two since I got here \u2026 They’re similar age to me and so we get along pretty well.\u201d
Colorado\u2019s favorite Aussie is back 🇦🇺🏔️ pic.twitter.com\/1esZTSWIeT<\/a>
Although it\u2019s clear Herrington has all the tools to develop into one of the world\u2019s top defenders, he credits MLS for playing a huge role in helping his career progress at such a rapid rate.
\u201cThe games we play, 75,000 [fans] against Inter Miami was a massive moment. It was a massive moment for the club, a massive moment for me. And that just prepared me for the World Cup, playing in front of those crowds,\u201d he remarked.
\u201cPlaying every week in MLS has really given me the platform to go improve and get better every week. To make my national team debut, that wouldn\u2019t have happened without the opportunity to play in MLS. I\u2019ll always be grateful to the Rapids and the league for that. I love this.\u201d
Despite still being a teenager, Herrington has never been afraid to test himself. Even if that meant embarking on a journey to play his club soccer in a new country \u2013 and city \u2013 over 8,000 miles from his hometown.
The Rapids have been there for him every step of the way, helping create a smooth transition that made him feel as at home as possible in the Rocky Mountains.
\u201cIt\u2019s been massive. You\u2019ve got some very, very talented and experienced players on the Rapids that have shown me the ropes of MLS at the beginning of playing overseas,\u201d the Brisbane native emphasized.
\u201cZack Steffen, Rob Holding, Keegan [Rosenberry], Reggie [Cannon], they\u2019ve all been so good at helping me get settled in as quickly as possible.\u201d
🇦🇺 What a ball by 18-year-old Australia int\u2019l center back Lucas Herrington. <\/p>\n

Kid will be in Europe for big money sooner rather than later. Euro teams wanted him before he made his Rapids debut.<\/p>\n

Lovely finish by Darren Yapi (21 y\/o 🇺🇸) too. pic.twitter.com\/y3DszVO1X1<\/a>
After a historic World Cup and a strong start to his debut MLS season, it\u2019s no surprise that some of the world\u2019s biggest clubs have had their eyes on securing Herrington\u2019s signature.
Rumors continue to swirl as Liverpool, Manchester United and Chelsea have reportedly sent scouts to keep tabs on Colorado\u2019s defensive gem. According to other outlets, Bayern Munich, Monaco, Ajax and others have been monitoring him. FC Barcelona even reportedly already had a bid rejected.
The secret on Herrington is out, and the sky\u2019s the limit.
\u201cIt is special when you hear your name surrounded by those clubs,\u201d Herrington smiled. \u201cBut as you said, it is just full focus on the field, wherever I am. Whether it\u2019s the national team or with Colorado at the moment, it\u2019s just putting my best foot forward every week for them and just doing so until I\u2019m told something else.
\u201cI\u2019m loving my time in Colorado; I love the opportunities I\u2019ve been given. It all comes along with the sport, and it\u2019s nice to hear, but full focus on Colorado.\u201d<\/p>\n

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