John McCarthy (soccer)

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John McCarthy
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McCarthy with the Philadelphia Union in 2017
Personal information
Full name John Joseph McCarthy III
Date of birth (1992-07-04) July 4, 1992 (age 32)
Place of birth Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Height 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) [1]
Position(s) Goalkeeper
Team information
Current team
 LA Galaxy
Number 77
College career
YearsTeamApps(Gls)
2010–2013 La Salle Explorers 74 (0)
Senior career*
YearsTeamApps(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)
2020–2021 Inter Miami 21 (0)
2022–2023 Los Angeles FC 26 (0)
2024– LA Galaxy 32 (0)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of November 25, 2024

John Joseph McCarthy III (born July 4, 1992) is an American professional soccer player who plays as a goalkeeper for Major League Soccer club LA Galaxy.

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Career

College and amateur

McCarthy played four years of college soccer at La Salle University between 2010 and 2013. [2]

While at college, McCarthy also appeared for USL PDL clubs Ocean City Nor'easters in 2011 and 2012, and Reading United AC in 2013. [3] 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. [4] After the 2014 season, McCarthy was named the Rhinos' Rookie of the Year as he led the league with 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. [5]

Philadelphia Union

John McCarthy kicks.jpg

In 2015, McCarthy signed with his hometown club, Philadelphia Union. [6] 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 topflight as well as the Union's first win of 2015 season. [7] 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.

The conclusion of the 2018 season was also the end of McCarthy's Union contract, concluding his time with his hometown team. [8]

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. [9] During his season with the Rowdies, McCarthy made 26 appearances and posted 10 clean sheets. [10]

Inter Miami

In December 2019, McCarthy joined MLS expansion side Inter Miami CF ahead of their inaugural 2020 season. [11] He made his debut for Miami on October 7, in a 2–1 victory over New York Red Bulls. [12] Following the 2021 season, McCarthy's contract option was declined by Miami. [13]

Los Angeles FC

On January 21, 2022, McCarthy joined Los Angeles FC for the 2022 season with an option for 2023. [14] He entered the MLS Cup final against the Union for injured and sent-off goalkeeper Maxime Crépeau in the 117th minute and made two saves during the penalty shootout to win the title for LAFC. McCarthy was named the MLS Cup most valuable player as a result of his performance. [15]

Career statistics

Club

As of match played December 7, 2024 [16]
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
ClubSeasonLeagueNational cupContinentalOtherTotal
DivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoals
Ocean City Nor'easters 2011 [3] Premier Development League 80———80
2012 [3] Premier Development League140———140
Total220———220
Reading United 2013 [3] Premier Development League7030——100
Rochester Rhinos 2014 USL Pro 18030—1 [a] 0220
Philadelphia Union 2015 Major League Soccer 11050——160
2016 Major League Soccer1010——20
2017 Major League Soccer8020——100
2018 Major League Soccer1010——20
Total21090——300
Bethlehem Steel (loan) 2016 United Soccer League 110———110
2017 United Soccer League30———30
2018 United Soccer League120———120
Total260———260
Tampa Bay Rowdies 2019 USL Championship290——1 [b] 0300
Inter Miami 2020 Major League Soccer80——1 [c] 090
2021 Major League Soccer130———130
Total210——10220
Los Angeles FC 2022 Major League Soccer1010—1 [c] 030
2023 Major League Soccer250—8 [d] 03 [e] 0360
Total260108040390
LA Galaxy 2024 Major League Soccer320——60380
Career total2020160801302390
  1. ↑ Appearances in USL Pro play-offs
  2. ↑ Appearances in USL Championship play-offs
  3. 1 2 Appearance(s) in MLS Cup Playoffs
  4. ↑ Appearances in CONCACAF Champions League
  5. ↑ Appearances in Leagues Cup

Honors

Los Angeles FC

LA Galaxy

Individual

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References

  1. ↑ "John McCarthy". Los Angeles FC. Retrieved August 20, 2022.
  2. ↑ "Official Site of La Salle University Athletics".
  3. 1 2 3 4 "John McCarthy – SoccerStats.us".
  4. ↑ "La Salle University Athletics – John McCarthy Inks Professional Contract With Rochester Rhinos Of USL". La Salle University. February 27, 2014.
  5. ↑ "Rhinos rookie McCarthy named USL PRO's Goalkeeper and Rookie of Year". The Tennessean. September 26, 2014. Retrieved October 30, 2016.
  6. ↑ "Union sign Philly native John McCarthy as 3rd GK; Andre Blake has knee surgery". philly.com. February 23, 2015. Retrieved October 30, 2016.
  7. ↑ "Philadelphia Union 2, New York City FC 1 | MLS Match Recap". MLSSoccer.com. April 11, 2015. Retrieved October 30, 2016.
  8. ↑ Tim Lovenguth (November 22, 2018). "Philadelphia Union end of season roster moves announced". phillysportsnetwork.com. Retrieved October 8, 2020.
  9. ↑ "Rowdies Sign Goalkeeper John McCarthy". Tampa Bay Rowdies. January 31, 2019. Retrieved January 31, 2019.
  10. ↑ Ken Russo (December 5, 2020). "Inter Miami signs goalkeeper John McCarthy". Inter Miami Hφy. Retrieved October 8, 2020.
  11. ↑ "Inter Miami CF Signs Goalkeeper John McCarthy". InterMiamiCF.com. December 4, 2019. Retrieved October 8, 2020.
  12. ↑ Michael Franca (October 7, 2020). "MATCH RECAP: Inter Miami CF Defeats New York Red Bulls 1-2 on the Road". InterMiamiCF.com. Retrieved October 8, 2020.
  13. ↑ "Inter Miami CF Announces 2021 Roster Decisions | Inter Miami CF". intermiamicf.
  14. ↑ "LAFC Signs Free Agent Goalkeeper John McCarthy". Los Angeles FC. January 21, 2022. Retrieved January 21, 2022.
  15. ↑ "LAFC goalkeeper John McCarthy named MLS Cup 2022 MVP pres. by Audi". MLSsoccer.com. November 5, 2022. Retrieved November 5, 2022.
  16. ↑ John McCarthy at Soccerway. Retrieved November 6, 2022.
  17. ↑ Sigal, Jonathan (December 7, 2024). "Champions! LA Galaxy lift MLS Cup 2024 over New York Red Bulls". Major League Soccer. Retrieved December 8, 2024.
  18. ↑ "LAFC's McCarthy secures Best Goalkeeper Award". CONCACAF. June 5, 2023. Retrieved June 5, 2023.
  19. ↑ "Davila, Ambriz, Bouanga headline 2023 SCCL Best XI". CONCACAF. June 5, 2023. Retrieved June 6, 2023.
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