Kimbrough came on in the 87th minute against Las Vegas Lights FC.
Da’Vian Kimbrough, 13, made his debut for Sacramento Republic FC on Sunday night, becoming the youngest player to appear in a professional match in U.S. soccer history. Here’s what you need to know:Sacramento managing expectations for Kimbrough
Sacramento signed Kimbrough to a professional contract on Aug. 9, making him the youngest senior professional soccer player in United States history. Kimbrough, a forward, was signed at a younger age thanAlmost two months later, in front of the club’s home supporters, he became the youngest American professional soccer player to debut in a competitive match.
While it marks a historic milestone for the player and club, there is an acknowledgement on all sides that this is only the beginning for the youngster. Todd Dunivant, the club’s president, was on the field for Freddy Adu’s debut, when he was dubbed “the next Pele” and “the savior of American soccer,” and he is aware of the pitfalls of putting too much pressure on someone so young.in August.
“There’s always going to be setbacks, and we have to be cognizant of all of it. He’ll be one of the guys, and after getting his feet wet, it’s about understanding that he’s there to do a job. It’s not just the young kid. If he’s good enough, he’s old enough.” —Kimbrough joined Sacramento’s player academy as an 11-year-old in 2021, where he debuted with the club’s U-13 team. In his first season, he scored 27 goals in 31 games while playing up a level.
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