United States USL Championship has always been a breeding ground for talent, and the 2026 season is no exception. With rising stars making their mark, we have identified the top three players who have been standout performers.
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3 Best Players in United States USL Championship
Adrián Diz (‘94) (CB) – Hartford Athletic
Adrián Diz’s CompaAI Passing report:
Adrián Diz stands out as one of the most progressive build-up defenders in the league. He ranks 1st out of 74 CBs in Long passes average per match (17.25), ahead of Mohamed Traore (14.6), and also 1st in Successful long passes average per match (9.13) versus Traore’s 8. In addition, he ranks 1st in Passes to final third average per match (16.88), slightly above Sean Totsch (14.25). This profile points to a centre-back who can break lines consistently and move the ball forward with volume and intent, giving his team an efficient route into advanced areas. His forward-passing output is another major asset. Diz is 1st out of 74 in Forward passes average per match (32.5), tied with Beto Ydrach, and 1st in Successful forward passes average per match (23), ahead of Ydrach (21.5). He is also 1st in Passes into the penalty box / accurate average per match (1.38), above Ydrach (1.25), and 1st in Progressive passes average per match (18.5), with Ydrach at 17.75. Combined with 1st in Successful progressive passes average per match (15.63) and 1st in Successful progressive passes, % (84.46), this shows a defender who not only attempts ambitious distribution but also converts it at a very strong rate. Tactically, he can be used as a primary starter in possession, especially in systems that rely on central build-up and vertical access into midfield or the attacking third. Diz also shows useful output in secondary passing support and circulation. He ranks 2nd out of 74 in Successful passes to the final third average per match (10), just behind Sean Totsch (10.63), and remains competitive in Successful long passes, % (52.9) and Successful passes in the opposition half (11.38). While not dominant in every control metric, his numbers suggest a defender who can advance the ball reliably into dangerous zones rather than simply recycle possession.
Adrián Diz’s strongest seasonal passing outputs are clearly in long passing, forward passing, progressive passing, and final-third delivery. His top rankings — especially 1st in long passes, successful long passes, forward passes, successful forward passes, progressive passes, successful progressive passes, and passes into the penalty box — show a centre-back who can drive play vertically and initiate attacks from deep. The main concerns are his lower rankings in overall passing accuracy, lateral control, back-passing involvement, and deeper circulation, which indicate a more direct than possession-stabilizing profile. Tactically, he can be used effectively as a line-breaking centre-back in a back four or back three, especially when the team wants fast access into midfield and the final third. He fits well in structures where his passing ambition is encouraged, while a more conservative partner can help cover for the lower-retention phases of his game.
Owen Damm (‘03) (LB) – FC Tulsa
Owen Damm’s CompaAI Offensive report:
Owen Damm ranks 1st out of 32 LB in several high-volume attacking metrics, which points to a very active and direct offensive profile from the left back role. He leads the position in Dribbles per match (5.57), Successful dribbles per match (3.71), Dribbling in the final third per match (4.57), Progressive runs per match (3.43), Offensive actions per match (38.29), and Successful offensive actions per match (26.29). Compared with the main position rival, Jojea Kwizera, who posts 4 dribbles, 3 successful dribbles, 4 final-third dribbles, 3 progressive runs, 38.2 offensive actions, and 26.2 successful offensive actions, Damm edges the role in both volume and productivity. This indicates a left back who can consistently advance play, attack space aggressively, and carry a major part of the team’s wide progression. Tactically, he can be used as an overlapping outlet or as a high fullback in possession-based structures where repeated forward involvement is valuable. A second major strength comes from his ball progression and final-third threat. Damm is 2nd in Successful dribbling in the final third per match (2.86), just behind Jojea Kwizera (3), while also ranking 3rd in Shot assists per match (1.71) and 3rd in Shot on target assists per match (0.86). He also places 3rd in Assists per match (0.29) and 3rd in Touches in box per match (2). These numbers show that his dribbling is not only for progression, but also for creating end-product situations close to goal. For a left back, this is tactically significant because it suggests he can combine width, penetration, and chance creation, especially against deep defensive blocks where his ability to enter advanced zones and deliver the final pass can be valuable.
Owen Damm’s strongest seasonal offensive parameters are his 1st-place rankings in dribbles, successful dribbles, dribbling in the final third, progressive runs, offensive actions, and successful offensive actions, which clearly define him as one of the most active attacking left backs in the league. His profile is built around carrying the ball forward, entering advanced zones, and contributing to attacking circulation from wide areas. The main limitations are in chance creation efficiency and finishing consistency, where he remains strong but not always at the very top of the position. Tactically, he can be used as an aggressive overlapping left back, a wide progression outlet, and a player who helps overload the final third, especially in matches where wide ball progression and repeated 1v1 actions are key.
Bruno Rendón (‘00) (RW) – Indy Eleven
Bruno Rendón’s CompaAI Offensive report:
Bruno Rendón’s clearest strength is his direct attacking output. He ranks 1st out of 34 RW in Playing in scoring attacks with 1 per match, tied with Ihsan Sacko. He also ranks 1st out of 34 in Opportunity with 2.2 per match, ahead of Leo Afonso on 2. This combination points to a winger who is regularly involved in the final attacking sequence and consistently arrives in dangerous areas. Tactically, he can be used as a wide forward who is expected to be part of chance creation and box entries rather than being isolated on the touchline. His end-product numbers are also among the best in the league for his position. He is 2nd out of 34 in Goals with 0.6 per match, behind Ihsan Sacko at 0.71, and 2nd out of 34 in Shots on target with 1.2 per match, again behind Sacko at 1.29. He also ranks 2nd out of 34 in Touches in box with 4.8 per match, just behind Leo Afonso on 5. These figures indicate a winger who gets into scoring zones often and turns those entries into real shot volume and finishing output. From a tactical view, he fits well in systems that encourage the right winger to attack the penalty area, arrive on the blind side, and finish moves. Rendón also shows strong shot volume and offensive participation beyond pure finishing. He ranks 3rd out of 34 in Expected goals (xG) with 0.34 per match, behind Ihsan Sacko at 0.69 and Leo Afonso at 0.41, and 3rd out of 34 in Shots with 2.3 per match, behind Sacko at 2.57 and Alex Méndez at 2.5. In addition, he is 3rd out of 34 in Successful offensive actions with 21 per match. This suggests he is not only a finisher, but also a regular contributor to attacking possession and final-third activity. That profile can be valuable in transition-heavy teams or in structures where the right winger is one of the main offensive references.
Bruno Rendón’s strongest seasonal rankings are in Opportunity, Playing in scoring attacks, Goals, Shots on target, Touches in box, and xG, which together describe a winger with strong offensive involvement, regular final-third presence, and reliable goal threat. His profile fits a right-sided attacker who can attack the box, finish moves, and contribute to high-tempo offensive sequences. He may be best used in a role that gives him frequent entries into advanced zones, with nearby support from creators who can increase his assist output and overall chance-creation volume.
