Lucas Herrington: Youngest MLS Star Shines at World Cup

WHO:

Greeley Tribune - Lucas Herrington, an 18-year-old player for the Colorado Rapids, is the youngest MLS player to start a World Cup match.

The Denver Post - Herrington is also the youngest Australian to start a World Cup match.

The New York Times - Herrington is part of Australia's World Cup team.

WHAT:

Greeley Tribune - Herrington started in Australia's final group match against Paraguay and in the knockout round against Egypt.

The Denver Post - Herrington was an unused substitute in Australia's first two games against Turkiye and the United States.

The New York Times - Herrington took the fourth penalty kick for Australia in a shootout against Egypt, which he missed after hitting the crossbar.

The New York Times - Herrington expressed gratitude for being given the opportunity to take a penalty as the youngest player on the team.

WHERE:

The Denver Post - The matches took place during the World Cup, with specific reference to games against Paraguay and Egypt.

The New York Times - Herrington plays for the Colorado Rapids, located in Colorado.

WHEN:

The Denver Post - Colorado Rapids are set to resume their season on "Wednesday night" against San Diego at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park.

WHY:

The Denver Post - Herrington's call-up to the Socceroos was based on his performance throughout the season.

The New York Times - Herrington felt it was a dream come true to represent Australia at the World Cup.

HOW:

The New York Times - Herrington prepared for his starting role by training and mentally preparing himself for the match against Paraguay.

The New York Times - Herrington maintained his routine during the penalty shootout, aiming for the top right corner of the goal.

(UPDATED July 23, 2026 01:28 UTC)

Lucas Herrington, an 18-year-old player for the Colorado Rapids, has made history as the youngest MLS player and the youngest Australian to start a World Cup match, participating in Australia's final group match against Paraguay and the knockout round against Egypt. During the shootout against Egypt, Herrington took the fourth penalty kick but unfortunately missed after hitting the crossbar, though he expressed gratitude for the opportunity to contribute as the youngest player on the team. The Colorado Rapids are set to resume their season on Wednesday night against San Diego at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park.