FA Euro New York Goalkeeper Kieran O’Connor Joins NYCFC for Fall 2026

FA Euro New York is proud to announce that 2011 MLS NEXT HD goalkeeper Kieran O’Connor will join New York City FC’s MLS NEXT program for the Fall 2026 season, becoming the latest player to advance from FA Euro New York into one of the country’s premier professional club development pathways.

Kieran’s move continues a remarkable trend for the club, with more than eight FA Euro New York players making the transition to NYCFC over the past year alone. His success further reflects FA Euro’s long-standing commitment to developing players capable of competing at the highest levels of youth soccer in the United States.

A commanding presence between the posts, Kieran has been an important member of FA Euro’s MLS NEXT program, consistently demonstrating leadership, composure, and a strong work ethic. Throughout his time with the club, he has embraced the daily demands of a high-performance environment and continually challenged himself to improve both as a player and as a teammate.

“We are incredibly proud of Kieran and this well-deserved opportunity with NYCFC,” said Marco Balsamo, Chief Executive Officer of FA Euro New York. “Our mission has always been to help players reach the highest level possible. Whether that means college soccer, professional academies, MLS NEXT, or the professional game itself, our focus is on creating an environment where talented young athletes can maximize their potential. Kieran’s journey is another example of what can happen when talent, character, and hard work come together.”

At FA Euro New York, player development remains the cornerstone of the club’s philosophy. Competing in MLS NEXT provides players with a platform to test themselves against the nation’s best, while the club’s experienced coaching staff focuses on long-term growth, technical excellence, tactical understanding, and character development.

The club takes great pride not only in winning matches, but in preparing players for the next stage of their careers. The growing number of athletes advancing to organizations such as NYCFC demonstrates the strength of that developmental pathway and the trust that professional clubs place in the work being done at FA Euro.

As Kieran prepares to begin this exciting new chapter, everyone at FA Euro New York congratulates him on this achievement and thanks him for the commitment, dedication, and professionalism he has shown throughout his time with the club.

We look forward to following his continued success and celebrating many more players who take the next step in their journey.

Congratulations, Kieran. Forza Euro.