Overview

• San Diego FC made UC Santa Barbara midfielder Manu Duah the first overall pick in the 2025 MLS SuperDraft, marking the club's first-ever draft selection.
• Duah, a 19-year-old Ghanaian, played 14 matches for the Gauchos, contributing to six clean sheets and showcasing his potential as a defensive midfielder.
• San Diego FC also selected four additional players in the draft, including two defenders and two forwards, bolstering their inaugural roster.
• The 2025 MLS season will kick off on February 23, with San Diego FC playing their first match against reigning champions LA Galaxy in Los Angeles.
• San Diego FC's first home match is scheduled for March 1 at Snapdragon Stadium, where they will face St. Louis CITY SC.