Mark Delgado

Mark Delgado, born on May 16, 1995, in Glendora, California, USA, began his soccer journey at a young age, playing in the Pomona United Youth Soccer League before joining Cosmos West Academy at 14. His talent quickly became evident, leading him to the U.S. Soccer’s U-17 residency program. In 2011, Delgado joined the Chivas USA academy, where he soon trained with the MLS squad, marking the beginning of his professional career. He signed a Homegrown contract with Chivas USA at age 16, making his MLS debut on October 4, 2012.

Delgado’s career progressed significantly after he was selected by Toronto FC in the 2014 MLS Dispersal Draft. With Toronto FC, he became an MLS Cup Champion in 2017, a Supporters’ Shield winner in 2017, and a four-time Canadian Champion (2016-18, 2020). He consistently demonstrated his midfield prowess, with notable seasons including 2019, where he recorded two goals and seven assists in 30 appearances. His contributions earned him multiple MLS Team of the Week selections throughout his tenure. In 2022, Delgado moved to LA Galaxy, returning to his home state. He played a crucial role in their 2024 MLS Cup victory, assisting the game-winning goal in the final before being traded to Los Angeles FC in 2025.

At Los Angeles FC, Delgado immediately made an impact. In the 2025 season, he made a team-best 34 regular-season appearances, registering three goals and a career-high nine assists. He ranked first among midfielders for minutes played and achieved a 90% pass completion rate, completing 1,777 passes. His international career includes representing the U.S. at various youth levels (U-17, U-18, U-20) and making his senior national team debut in 2018. Across his career, Delgado has accumulated significant experience in major competitions including the Concacaf Champions Cup, FIFA Club World Cup, and Leagues Cup, underscoring his reliability and skill as a central midfielder.