Cary, NC (January 27, 2017)- North Carolina FC announced today they have signed versatile midfielder Alex Molano. Per club policy, further terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
“Alex is a young and exciting talent who impressed us at our invitation-only tryout last month,” said North Carolina FC Head Coach Colin Clarke. “We feel he has the ability to make an impact in this league, while adding depth and attacking options to our midfield.”
The 24-year-old appeared in 17 regular season games for Swope Park Rangers (USL) in 2016, tallying one goal and one assist. He made his MLS debut with Sporting Kansas City in a CONCACAF Champions League game against Central FC on Oct. 9, 2016.
The Dallas, Texas native played with FC Dallas’ Juniors and was part of the U.S. U-17 Residency Program from 2008-2009. He appeared five times for the U.S. U-20 team in 2010.
Molano played abroad for Dinamo Zagreb U-19s in Croatia, then moved to the Swedish side Bodens BK in 2011. He then went back to Croatia to play for NK Vrapce before returning for one last season with Bodens BK where he made eight appearances and notched two assists.
From 2014-2015, Molano played in his hometown for Dallas City FC (NPSL) before joining Swope Park Rangers in 2016.
Additionally, North Carolina FC announced it has mutually parted ways with defender Simon Mensing. Mensing appeared in 19 games last season for the club.
Molano and North Carolina FC will begin the 2017 NASL campaign on March 25 and season tickets are now on sale. Fans interested in more information about membership should visit www.www.northcarolinafc.com or call the NCFC Box Office at 919-459-8144.
Current North Carolina FC Roster:
Goalkeepers (2): Brian Sylvestre, Macklin Robinson
Defenders (4): Connor Tobin, Steven Miller, Kareem Moses, Paul Black
Midfielders (7): Tiyi Shipalane, Nazmi Albadawi, Matt Watson, James Marcelin, Austin da Luz, Marcel Kandziora, Alex Molano
Forwards (2): Matt Fondy, Brian Shriver
About North Carolina FC
North Carolina FC (NCFC, formerly the Carolina RailHawks) are an American professional soccer team based in Cary, North Carolina. Founded in 2006, the team plays in the North American Soccer League (NASL). NCFC plays their home games at WakeMed Soccer Park, where they have played since 2007. For more information, please visit www.www.northcarolinafc.com or follow them on Twitter and Facebook.
About NASL
The North American Soccer League is a professional soccer league established in the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. For more information on the NASL, visit www.NASL.com. Follow the NASL on Twitter and Instagram at @NASLOfficial and Facebook at Facebook.com/NASLFanPage.
Cary, NC (January 27, 2017)- North Carolina FC announced today they have signed versatile midfielder Alex Molano. Per club policy, further terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
“Alex is a young and exciting talent who impressed us at our invitation-only tryout last month,” said North Carolina FC Head Coach Colin Clarke. “We feel he has the ability to make an impact in this league, while adding depth and attacking options to our midfield.”
The 24-year-old appeared in 17 regular season games for Swope Park Rangers (USL) in 2016, tallying one goal and one assist. He made his MLS debut with Sporting Kansas City in a CONCACAF Champions League game against Central FC on Oct. 9, 2016.
The Dallas, Texas native played with FC Dallas’ Juniors and was part of the U.S. U-17 Residency Program from 2008-2009. He appeared five times for the U.S. U-20 team in 2010.
Molano played abroad for Dinamo Zagreb U-19s in Croatia, then moved to the Swedish side Bodens BK in 2011. He then went back to Croatia to play for NK Vrapce before returning for one last season with Bodens BK where he made eight appearances and notched two assists.
From 2014-2015, Molano played in his hometown for Dallas City FC (NPSL) before joining Swope Park Rangers in 2016.
Additionally, North Carolina FC announced it has mutually parted ways with defender Simon Mensing. Mensing appeared in 19 games last season for the club.
Molano and North Carolina FC will begin the 2017 NASL campaign on March 25 and season tickets are now on sale. Fans interested in more information about membership should visit www.www.northcarolinafc.com or call the NCFC Box Office at 919-459-8144.
Current North Carolina FC Roster:
Goalkeepers (2): Brian Sylvestre, Macklin Robinson
Defenders (4): Connor Tobin, Steven Miller, Kareem Moses, Paul Black
Midfielders (7): Tiyi Shipalane, Nazmi Albadawi, Matt Watson, James Marcelin, Austin da Luz, Marcel Kandziora, Alex Molano
Forwards (2): Matt Fondy, Brian Shriver
About North Carolina FC
North Carolina FC (NCFC, formerly the Carolina RailHawks) are an American professional soccer team based in Cary, North Carolina. Founded in 2006, the team plays in the North American Soccer League (NASL). NCFC plays their home games at WakeMed Soccer Park, where they have played since 2007. For more information, please visit www.www.northcarolinafc.com or follow them on Twitter and Facebook.
About NASL
The North American Soccer League is a professional soccer league established in the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. For more information on the NASL, visit www.NASL.com. Follow the NASL on Twitter and Instagram at @NASLOfficial and Facebook at Facebook.com/NASLFanPage.