Alex Muyl (born September 30, 1995) is an American professional
soccer player who plays as a
winger for
Nashville SC
Nashville Soccer Club is a Major League Soccer team based in Nashville, Tennessee. The team began play in the league in 2020 as a continuation of the USL club of the same name and plays its home matches at Geodis Park. It is principally owned ...
in
Major League Soccer
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.
Early career
Muyl was raised by
French immigrant parents in
Manhattan, New York
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and attended
Bard High School Early College
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on the
Lower East Side
The Lower East Side, sometimes abbreviated as LES, is a historic neighborhood in the southeastern part of Manhattan in New York City. It is located roughly between the Bowery and the East River from Canal to Houston streets.
Traditionally ...
. Muyl played in the
New York Red Bulls Academy system and later trained with the
U.S. national team residency program at
Bradenton
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History
Late 18th and early 19th centuries ...
. While with the Red Bulls' academy, Muyl won two national championships as a member of the U-16 and U-18 squads, and was the team's top scorer during both seasons. He played at college level for three years at
Georgetown University
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, appearing in 62 matches scoring 12 goals and tallying 25 assists. He led the team in assists in each of his three seasons.
Professional
New York Red Bulls
On December 22, 2015, Muyl signed a
Homegrown Contract with the
New York Red Bulls
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. He joined former Georgetown teammate,
Brandon Allen and former
academy
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and
New York Red Bulls II
New York Red Bulls II is an American professional soccer team based in Montclair, New Jersey. They are the reserve team of the New York Red Bulls and play in MLS Next Pro, the third tier in the American soccer pyramid.
History
Red Bull New Y ...
players,
Derrick Etienne
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Born in Richmond, Virgi ...
and
Tyler Adams
Tyler Shaan Adams (born February 14, 1999) is an American professional soccer player who plays for Premier League club Leeds United and captains the United States national team. Primarily a midfielder, Adams is capable of playing as a fullback ...
as the fourth homegrown player signing in the 2015 season. Muyl made his professional debut for
New York Red Bulls II
New York Red Bulls II is an American professional soccer team based in Montclair, New Jersey. They are the reserve team of the New York Red Bulls and play in MLS Next Pro, the third tier in the American soccer pyramid.
History
Red Bull New Y ...
on March 26, appearing as a starter in a 2–2 draw against
Toronto FC II
Toronto FC II is a Canadian professional soccer team based in Toronto, Ontario, who play in MLS Next Pro, a third tier league of the United States soccer league system. It is the reserve team and minor league affiliate of Toronto FC as well as ...
.
On April 9 against
Sporting Kansas City
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; Muyl made his first
MLS
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appearance coming on in the 85th minute for
Dax McCarty
Michael Dax McCarty (born April 30, 1987) is an American professional soccer player who plays for Nashville SC in Major League Soccer.
Early career
McCarty was raised in Winter Park, Florida and attended Winter Park High School. During his earl ...
. The following day he scored his first goal as a professional, helping
New York Red Bulls II
New York Red Bulls II is an American professional soccer team based in Montclair, New Jersey. They are the reserve team of the New York Red Bulls and play in MLS Next Pro, the third tier in the American soccer pyramid.
History
Red Bull New Y ...
to a 4–0 victory over
Bethlehem Steel FC
Philadelphia Union II is an American professional soccer team based in Chester, Pennsylvania competing in MLS Next Pro. Founded in 2015 as Bethlehem Steel FC, the team is the official affiliate of the Philadelphia Union of Major League Soccer. ...
. During a 4–0 victory against
FC Dallas
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on April 29; Muyl recorded his first MLS assist, setting up
Felipe
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Noteworthy p ...
for the final goal of the match. Muyl scored his first MLS goal in a
7–0 Hudson River Derby
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victory against
New York City FC
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on May 21, 2016. He was the first player from the
New York metropolitan area
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to score in the derby. On June 15, he made his first
U.S. Open Cup
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The 2023 U.S. O ...
appearance in a 1–0 victory against the
Rochester Rhinos
Rochester New York FC, formerly known as the Rochester Rhinos, are an American professional soccer team based in Rochester, New York, United States.
Founded in 1996, as the Rochester Raging Rhinos, they changed their name to Rochester Rhinos t ...
. After a strong defensive effort in the Hudson River Derby, Muyl was voted to his first ever MLS Team of the Week appearance. He was lauded by many for shutting down
Jack Harrison and played a crucial role in the Red Bulls' 4–1 victory.
Sports Illustrated
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also recognized Muyl for his performance and named his as their Defensive Player of the Week. On August 3, Muyl made his first
CONCACAF Champions League
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appearance and scored his first goal in the competition in a 3–0 victory against
Antigua GFC
Antigua Guatemala Fútbol Club is a Guatemalan professional football team based in Antigua Guatemala. They compete in the Liga Nacional, the top tier of Guatemalan football. They play their home games at the Estadio Pensativo. They are nicknam ...
.
Nashville SC
On August 13, 2020, Muyl was traded to Nashville SC in exchange for Nashville's 2020 and 2021 international picks, as well as an additional $50,000 in
General Allocation Money in 2021 if Muyl meets certain performance-based metrics.
International
In 2013, Muyl was named to the
United States U-18 squad to participate in the
2013 Milk Cup
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in Northern Ireland. He has also been called into the
U-20 and
U-23 camps and was part of the residency program.
Career statistics
Honors
New York Red Bulls II
*
USL Cup
The USL Championship Final is the post-season championship match of the USL Championship, the second tier of professional men's soccer in the United States. The winner is crowned champion in the same manner as in other North American sports lea ...
:
2016
New York Red Bulls
*
MLS Supporters' Shield
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:
2018
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References
External links
*
newyorkredbulls.com profile
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1995 births
Living people
American soccer players
New York Red Bulls U-23 players
New York Red Bulls players
New York Red Bulls II players
Nashville SC players
Association football midfielders
USL League Two players
Major League Soccer players
USL Championship players
United States men's youth international soccer players
Soccer players from New York City
Georgetown Hoyas men's soccer players
American people of French descent
Homegrown Players (MLS)