Sebastian Berhalter

Club career Columbus Crew Berhalter was announced as a homegrown player signing by the Columbus Crew of Major League Soccer on January 17, 2020. He made his professional debut on July 11, 2020, against FC Cincinnati during the MLS is Back Tournament in Orlando, Florida. Berhalter made nine appearances for the Crew during the 2020 season, which ended in their MLS Cup victory.

Austin FC (loan) On March 3, 2021, Berhalter joined Major League Soccer club Austin FC on loan for the 2021 season. He made his debut for the club on April 24 against the Colorado Rapids, coming on as a substitute in the 3–1 away victory. Following the 2021 season, Berhalter's contract option was declined by Austin and he returned to Columbus.

Vancouver Whitecaps On February 4, 2022, Berhalter was traded to Vancouver Whitecaps in exchange for $50,000 in general allocation money and an additional $50,000 should certain conditions be met.

In the 2023 season, Berhalter made 37 appearances for the Whitecaps and scored two goals across all competitions. and scored three goals across all competitions.

Middlesbrough On July 28, 2026, Berhalter joined EFL Championship club Middlesbrough for an undisclosed fee on a four-year deal. On August 7, Berhalter made his debut for Middlesbrough in an EFL Cup tie against Wrexham. During the match, Berhalter provided an assist to Will Lankshear, helping to win the game 1–0.

International career

On May 22, 2025, Berhalter was called up by United States national team coach Mauricio Pochettino for training camp in Chicago ahead of matches against Turkey and Switzerland. He made his debut in the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup. He scored his first goal for the national team during the United States' 5–1 defeat of Uruguay at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida.

On May 26, 2026, Berhalter was selected in the 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. On June 25, Berhalter assisted and scored in a 3–2 loss against Turkey during the last group stage match.

Personal life He is the son of current Chicago Fire FC and former United States national team head coach Gregg Berhalter and former University of North Carolina Tar Heels player Rosalind "Roz" Berhalter, who won four national championships. He is of Puerto Rican descent through his mother.

Career statistics Club

International

Scores and results list United States goal tally first. + List of international goals scored by Sebastian BerhalterNo.DateVenueCapOpponentScoreResultCompetition 1 November 18, 2025 Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, United States 9 1–0 5–1 Friendly 2 June 25, 2026 SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, United States 16 2–2 2–3 2026 FIFA World Cup

Honors Columbus Crew MLS Cup: 2020

Vancouver Whitecaps FC Canadian Championship: 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025

Individual MLS Best XI: 2025 MLS All-Star: 2025, 2026