John McCarthy (soccer)
John McCarthy (born July 4, 1992) is an American soccer player who currently plays as a goalkeeper for Inter Miami in Major League Soccer.
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Personal information | |||
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Date of birth | July 4, 1992 | ||
Place of birth | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States | ||
Height | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) | ||
Playing position(s) | Goalkeeper | ||
Club information | |||
Current team | Inter Miami | ||
Number | 1 | ||
Youth career | |||
– | Northeast Catholic Falcons | ||
College career | |||
Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
2010–2013 | La Salle Explorers | 74 | (0) |
Senior career* | |||
Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
2011–2012 | Ocean City Nor'easters | 22 | (0) |
2013 | Reading United | 7 | (0) |
2014 | Rochester Rhinos | 18 | (0) |
2015–2018 | Philadelphia Union | 21 | (0) |
2016–2018 | → Bethlehem Steel (loan) | 26 | (0) |
2019 | Tampa Bay Rowdies | 29 | (0) |
2020– | Inter Miami | 0 | (0) |
* Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only and correct as of October 24, 2019 |
Career
College and amateur
McCarthy played four years of college soccer at La Salle University between 2010 and 2013.[1]
While at college, McCarthy also appeared for USL PDL clubs Ocean City Nor'easters in 2011 and 2012, and Reading United AC in 2013.[2] He is La Salle's all-time leader among goalkeepers in saves (468), shutouts (28), and games played (75).
Professional
Rochester Rhinos
McCarthy signed his first professional deal with USL Pro club Rochester Rhinos on February 27, 2014.[3] After the 2014 season, McCarthy was named the Rhinos' Rookie of the Year as he led the league with a 0.72 goals against average.
McCarthy was named USL PRO Goalkeeper of the Year and USL PRO Rookie of the Year for his notable 2014 season performances.[4]
Philadelphia Union

In 2015, McCarthy signed to his hometown club, Philadelphia Union.[5] Originally signed as a third goalkeeper behind first round draft pick, Andre Blake, and designated player, Rais M'Bohli, McCarthy was given a starting role as a result of injury and poor form, respectively. He made his MLS debut as the starter for the Union on April 11, 2015 versus New York City FC. McCarthy was heralded for his performance which resulted in his first win in the top flight as well as the Union's first win of 2015 season.[6] McCarthy started 8 league matches during the 2015 season, posting one shutout. He was played mostly during the Union's 2015 U.S. Open Cup run, earning wins in the first four rounds of competition (including two penalty shootouts) ultimately losing in the final. On July 6, 2017, McCarthy started in an away game against Sporting Kansas City which resulted in a 1-1 draw. McCarthy made five noteworthy saves in the game, including an excellent foot save on Latif Blessing in the 70th minute.
McCarthy was released by Philadelphia at the conclusion of the 2018 season.
Bethlehem Steel FC
For the 2016 season, McCarthy played on loan to the Union's USL club, Bethlehem Steel FC. He made 11 starts for the club and posted 5 shutouts for Steel FC's inaugural season.
Tampa Bay Rowdies
McCarthy signed with the Tampa Bay Rowdies on January 31, 2019.[7]
Inter Miami
In December 2019, McCarthy joined MLS expansion side Inter Miami CF ahead of their inaugural 2020 season.[8]
Honors
Individual
- United Soccer League Rookie of the Year: 2014
- United Soccer League Goalkeeper of the Year: 2014
- United Soccer League All-League First Team: 2014
References
- "Official Site of La Salle University Athletics".
- "John McCarthy – SoccerStats.us".
- "La Salle University Athletics – John McCarthy Inks Professional Contract With Rochester Rhinos Of USL". La Salle University.
- "Rhinos rookie McCarthy named USL PRO's Goalkeeper and Rookie of Year". The Tennessean. September 26, 2014. Retrieved October 30, 2016.
- "Union sign Philly native John McCarthy as 3rd GK; Andre Blake has knee surgery". philly.com. February 23, 2015. Retrieved October 30, 2016.
- "Philadelphia Union 2, New York City FC 1 | MLS Match Recap". MLSSoccer.com. April 11, 2015. Retrieved October 30, 2016.
- "Rowdies Sign Goalkeeper John McCarthy". RowdiesSoccer.com. Retrieved 31 January 2019.
- "Inter Miami CF Signs Goalkeeper John McCarthy". InterMiamiCF.com. Retrieved 4 December 2019.