Héctor Herrera
HOU
Center Midfielder
Deep-Lying Playmaker
Apr 19, 1990 (36)
Right
6'0"
176 lb
Rare goal Saturday
Herrera scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus FC Dallas.
Analysis: Once in a while, Herrera can get on the scoresheet, and by doing so Saturday, he logged his third goal this season. Most of the central midfielder's value stems from his defense, and his 2026 season features 25 tackles, 19 clearances, 12 interceptions and seven blocks.
Returning for Houston
Herrera has served his one match suspension and will be an option for the trip to San Diego on Wednesday.
Analysis: Herrera is expected to return to Houston's XI after earning starts in five of his last seven outings. In that stretch, the veteran midfielder has posted four tackles, five chances created, and four clearances, giving him a steady run of form.
Sent off against SKC
Herrera was shown a red card in Saturday's 2-0 loss to Sporting Kansas City.
Analysis: Herrera left his team with 10 men following an aggression against Taylor Calheira during the final minutes of the first half in the loss. This forces the former Mexican international to sit out the next visit to Minnesota through suspension, so his next chance to appear will come in an Oct. 14 fixture at San Diego. His place in central midfield could be taken by Agustin Bouzat, with a forward such as Lyle Foster or Duncan McGuire moving into the initial lineup.
Controls midfield in win
Herrera had two shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Sporting Kansas City.
Analysis: Herrera did not add a goal contribution to his name but impressed on both sides of the ball. With his side playing a man up from the start of the second half, he dictated play through the midfield and set a new season high with 104 accurate passes and seven accurate long balls. In addition to that midfield control, he remained offensively involved, taking two shots, one of which was cleared off the line, and creating one big chance, while making three tackles defensively. Herrera continues to enjoy a strong run of form and playing time, with this his fourth straight start after having the same number of starts through the opening 12 games. Across those four games, he has taken four shots, created three chances, and added five tackles, one interception and two clearances on the defensive end.
Scores from midfield
Herrera scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against D.C. United.
Analysis: Herrera took two shots and put a single on goal during Wednesday's draw, but that was enough for him to score and earn the point. The midfielder isn't a huge goal threat all the time, but he made the most of his chance during Wednesday's clash. Herrera will likely remain a consistent option in the middle of the park, even if he's not scoring every match.
Creates five chances
Herrera had one shot (zero on goal) and five chances created in Wednesday's 3-0 loss versus Real Salt Lake.
Analysis: Herrera created the Dynamo's most chances Wednesday. Even though he scored at Orlando on April 18, he has not been rewarded with increased playing time, but rather a continuation of his usual role.
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