NYCFC sign M Kevin Pierre to first-team contract

NYCFC sign M Kevin Pierre to first-team contract

New York City FC signed second-round draft pick Kevin Pierre to a first-team contract Friday, and he traveled with the team ahead of the season opener Sunday against the Los Angeles Galaxy.

New York City FC sign MLS SuperDraft pick Kevin Pierre

New York City FC added midfielder Kevin Pierre to the roster after signing the 2026 MLS SuperDraft pick through the 2026 season, with options through the 2028-29 season. The club's full statement is at the bottom of this post.NYCFC selected the 22-year-old in the second round of the MLS SuperDraft as the 57th overall pick. He joins from Georgia Southern University, where he made 51 appearances. "He played mostly as a holding midfielder, but has …