Cristian Nava (born September 2, 2003) is an American soccer player who plays for New Mexico United in the USL Championship as an academy player.
Personal information | |||
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Date of birth | (2003-09-02) September 2, 2003 (age 19) | ||
Place of birth | Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States | ||
Height | 5 ft 3 in (1.60 m) | ||
Position(s) | Forward | ||
Club information | |||
Current team | New Mexico United | ||
Number | 45 | ||
Youth career | |||
Guadalajara Scorpions | |||
New Mexico Rush | |||
Rio Rapids | |||
2021 | New Mexico United | ||
Senior career* | |||
Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
2021– | New Mexico United | 20 | (2) |
*Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of October 21, 2022 |
On January 25, 2021, Nava joined the New Mexico United academy ahead of its inaugural season. He had previously played with Guadalajara Scorpions, New Mexico Rush, and Rio Rapids.[1] On June 8, 2021, Nava signed a USL academy contract with New Mexico allowing him to compete for their USL Championship side whilst maintaining his college eligibility.[2]
Nava made his debut on July 9, 2021, appearing as a 71st-minute substitute during a 3–1 win over Colorado Springs Switchbacks.[3]
On August 21, 2021, Nava signed a professional contract with New Mexico United.[4] He scored his first professional goal on May 24th, 2022 in a 7-0 victory over Phoenix Rising FC.[5]
New Mexico United – current squad | |
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