Athletic dallasa new franchise that will begin its journey in the USL Championship in 2027the second tier of American soccer, announced the signing of Chicharito Hernandezwho was without a team since he left Chivas de Guadalajara at the end of 2025.
Chicharito, 38, will sign for two seasons with the option of a third, as reported in a statement by Atlético Dallas.
“I believe Dallas deserves a club that reflects its passion for American football, its diversity and its future. I want to help create a winning culture, inspire young players throughout North Texas and give our fans a team they can believe in from the beginning. I didn’t come here just to finish my career. I came to help build the future of American football in Dallas,” said the forward.
Chicharito He is the first signing in the history of the newly formed Texan franchisewhich will officially debut in 2027 and will play at home in the Cotton Bowl, a stadium with capacity for more than 91,000 spectators.
The top scorer in the history of the Mexican team, with 52 goals, ended his relationship with Chivas last December and since then he had not joined another team. During the last World Cup he worked as a sports commentator.
This will not be Chicharito’s first experience in the United States, since between 2020 and 2023 he played in Los Angeles Galaxy of the MLS.