Houston Dynamo Decline Héctor Herrera’s 2025 Contract Option Following Spitting Incident

Héctor Herrera’s time with the Houston Dynamo is essentially over as the team has decided not to exercise his 2025 contract option. Herrera’s contentious red card for spitting close to a referee during the MLS Playoffs matchup with the Seattle Sounders was soon followed by this ruling.

Herrera was sent off for a foul in the 66th minute of the playoff game. He spat close to the referee’s feet to vent his frustration, which VAR verified resulted in a straight red card. In a penalty shootout, the Sounders ultimately defeated the Dynamo, who were playing with ten men.

Contractual Resolution

The Dynamo declared four days following the incident that they would not be acquiring Herrera’s 2025 option. The Mexican international’s time with the team, which started in 2022, is coming to an end with this move.

Herrera made 82 appearances for the Dynamo after coming from Atletico Madrid, helping to shape the midfield dynamics of the club. His tenure in Houston came to a noteworthy end, nevertheless, because of his recent behavior and the club’s subsequent decision.