Yeimar Gomez is a Colombian central defender who has become a defensive rock for Major League Soccer's Seattle Sounders. The 33-year-old, standing 187cm tall, is a complete defender renowned for his athleticism, precise tackling, and exceptional recovery speed. Yeimar's journey to MLS included stints in his native Colombia and Argentina's top flight. Since joining the Sounders in 2020, he has been instrumental in their success, forming one of the league's most formidable defensive partnerships. His highlights include being a cornerstone of the Sounders' 2022 CONCACAF Champions League-winning side and their consistent MLS Cup playoff campaigns. Named to the MLS Best XI, Yeimar is widely regarded as one of the best defenders in the league, a player whose combination of physical gifts and defensive intelligence makes him virtually unbeatable in one-on-one situations.