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Neil Pierre
American soccer player (born 2007) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Neil Pierre (born October 19, 2007) is an American soccer player who plays for the Philadelphia Union in Major League Soccer.
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Early life
Pierre was born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and raised in Lebanon, Pennsylvania, before moving to Blue Bell, Pennsylvania, as his brother had joined the Philadelphia Union Academy.[1] He later joined the Philadelphia Union Academy himself. In June 2023, he was named to the MLS Next All-Star Game.[2]
Club career
In July 2023, Pierre signed a professional contract with Philadelphia Union II in MLS Next Pro.[3] He made his debut on July 23, 2023, in a 6-2 victory over Columbus Crew 2.[4] On August 19, 2023, he scored his first goal in a loss against Huntsville City FC.[5] In February 2025, Pierre signed a homegrown player contract with the Philadelphia Union first team, through the 2028 season, with an option for 2029, as an off-roster player for the 2025 season.[6][7] He signed a short-term loan with the first team in February 2025.[8] He signed additional short-term loans in April and June.[9][10][11][12]
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International career
Pierre first represented the United States U15 at international level.[13] In 2023, Pierre was called up to the United States U16 team for the International Dream Cup, where he served as captain in a match against the Netherlands.[14] In March 2024, he was called up to the United States U19 team, ahead of a pair of friendlies.[14] In September 2024, he was called up to the United States U18, ahead of a friendly tournament in Japan, where he appeared in all three matches.[15][16]
Personal life
He is the brother of fellow soccer player Nelson Pierre.[17]
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