Frenchman brings prior MLS and USL Championship expertise
SAN ANTONIO (July 22, 2024) – San Antonio FC has signed midfielder Sofiane Djeffal, pending league and federation approval. Per workforce coverage, phrases of the deal weren’t disclosed.
“Sofiane is a box-to-box middle midfielder acknowledged for his successful mentality and excessive requirements,” stated SAFC Head Coach Alen Marcina. “He’s expert on either side of the ball, and we’re desirous to combine him into the workforce rapidly.”
Djeffal performed most just lately with USL Championship member Orange County SC, recording 882 minutes and scoring the game-winning objective in opposition to FC Tulsa. Previous to becoming a member of Orange County, he hung out with MLS facet Austin FC, making 9 appearances in the course of the 2023 marketing campaign throughout all competitions, together with one begin within the workforce’s Concacaf Champions League marketing campaign. Djeffal started his skilled profession in 2022 after being drafted by D.C. United because the thirty sixth total choose within the 2022 MLS SuperDraft. He made 28 whole appearances whereas being high 5 on the squad in tackles, blocks and interceptions.
Earlier than going professional, Djeffal was a collegiate standout at Oregon State College, tallying 20 objectives and 21 assists in 66 matches. The Frenchman earned Pac-12 All-Convention First Group honors in 4 consecutive seasons, additionally being named Pac-12 Freshman of the 12 months in 2018. He was named a MAC Hermann Trophy semifinalist and the 2021 Pac-12 Participant of the 12 months in his senior marketing campaign.
San Antonio FC travels to tackle Memphis 901 FC Saturday, July 27. Kickoff is about for 7:30 p.m. CT, and the match will likely be broadcast on ESPN+ and Bally Sports activities Southwest. This season is offered by Toyota.
