Benji Flowers

Benjamin Flowers (born April 14, 2011) is an American professional soccer player who plays as a winger or forward for Major League Soccer club FC Dallas.

Early life Flowers was born on April 14, 2011 in Longview, Texas. Born to a Mexican mother and an American father, he grew up in Forney, a part of the Dallas–Fort Worth metropolitan area.

Flowers began playing youth club soccer at the age of four. The same year, he was promoted to their under-18 team.

After four years with the FC Dallas Academy, Flowers began training full time with FC Dallas' MLS Next Pro affiliate North Texas SC. Flowers also featured in scrimmages for the FC Dallas senior team. Three months later, he was selected for the 2026 MLS Next All-Star Game.

On July 23, 2026, Flowers signed a professional contract with FC Dallas, becoming the youngest player to sign a homegrown contract with the club. The same month, it was reported that Premier League club Chelsea agreed to a deal to buy Flowers from FC Dallas when he turned 18-years-old.

International career Flowers is a United States youth international and has played for the United States U15 team. Flowers is eligible to represent both the United States and Mexico, with his eligibility for representing Mexico coming from his mother. On February 14, 2026, he debuted for the United States U15 during a 4–3 away friendly loss to England U15.

Style of play Flowers plays as a winger or forward and is known for his speed and dribbling ability.

Personal life Flowers' older brother Aaron Flowers plays as a cornerback for the Oregon Ducks football team. Flowers also enjoys playing American football, but he prefers soccer. Flowers is inspired by the playing style of Vinícius Júnior and Kylian Mbappé and wishes to emulate how they play the sport.