NASL North Carolina FC

North Carolina FC Bolsters Midfield with Alex Molano Signing

Published on January 27, 2017 under North American Soccer League (NASL)
North Carolina FC News Release


Cary, NC- North Carolina FC announced today they have signed versatile midfielder Alex Molano. Per club policy, further terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

"Alex is a young and exciting talent who impressed us at our invitation-only tryout last month," said North Carolina FC Head Coach Colin Clarke. "We feel he has the ability to make an impact in this league, while adding depth and attacking options to our midfield."

The 24-year-old appeared in 17 regular season games for Swope Park Rangers (USL) in 2016, tallying one goal and one assist. He made his MLS debut with Sporting Kansas City in a CONCACAF Champions League game against Central FC on Oct. 9, 2016.

The Dallas, Texas native played with FC Dallas' Juniors and was part of the U.S. U-17 Residency Program from 2008-2009. He appeared five times for the U.S. U-20 team in 2010.

Molano played abroad for Dinamo Zagreb U-19s in Croatia, then moved to the Swedish side Bodens BK in 2011. He then went back to Croatia to play for NK Vrapce before returning for one last season with Bodens BK where he made eight appearances and notched two assists.

From 2014-2015, Molano played in his hometown for Dallas City FC (NPSL) before joining Swope Park Rangers in 2016.

Additionally, North Carolina FC announced it has mutually parted ways with defender Simon Mensing. Mensing appeared in 19 games last season for the club.

Molano and North Carolina FC will begin the 2017 NASL campaign on March 25 and season tickets are now on sale. Fans interested in more information about membership should visit www.NorthCarolinaFC.com or call the NCFC Box Office at 919-459-8144.

Current North Carolina FC Roster:

Goalkeepers (2): Brian Sylvestre, Macklin Robinson

Defenders (4): Connor Tobin, Steven Miller, Kareem Moses, Paul Black

Midfielders (7): Tiyi Shipalane, Nazmi Albadawi, Matt Watson, James Marcelin, Austin da Luz, Marcel Kandziora, Alex Molano

Forwards (2): Matt Fondy, Brian Shriver

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