Valour FC has signed Marco Bustos, a Winnipeg forward. The 23-year-old joins Valour FC from the Oklahoma City Energy of the United Soccer League.

What happened?

Valour FC announced the signing of Bustos on Tuesday, making him the seventh Manitoban to join the team. Bustos played under Valour FC general manager and head coach Rob Gale in the past as part of Canada’s Under-20 squad.

Why it matters for Valour

Bustos has played for FC Northwest in Winnipeg and the Vancouver Whitecaps Academy. He made his MLS debut with the Whitecaps in 2015. | Stat | Value | | --- | --- | | League standing | 6th in League, 26 pts, 7W-5D-16L from 28 games | | Recent form | WLDLL | | Last result | Pacific FC 1-4 Valour (2025-10-18) |

What comes next?

Valour FC will take on Cavalry FC in Calgary on Wednesday. Bustos is excited to represent his hometown and play in front of his family and friends. He tweeted: “Exciting opportunity for me and my family. It will be a privilege and an honour to represent my hometown.”