The New York City FC's starlet has continued to impress since his transition to the first team
Shore scores a stunning goal for NYCFC's NEXT Pro sideShows the reason for his rapid progression through NYCFC's youth ranksMidfielder signed Homegrown deal in 2023Get the MLS Season Pass today!Stream games nowWHAT HAPPENED
In a throwback post on social media, New York City FC posted a brilliant goal from Homegrown midfielder Jonathan Shore – from his time in MLS NEXT Pro.
The teenager dribbled past two defenders, held one off and then unleashed a lethal strike into the far corner of the net, beyond the goalkeeper. The goal, reminiscent of those scored by senior professionals, showcased Shore's exceptional technique and confidence at a very young age and the reason he has progressed so far this rapidly.
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The now 17-year-old has enjoyed a rapid rise to the top, earning a place in the 2023 MLS Next All-Star roster at just 16 years old before making his debut for NYCFC earlier this season. Since then, Shore has played in five of the club’s six league games, starting three of those for a total of 345 minutes for the Eastern Conference side.
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With Shore already making his mark in the first-team, the focus will now be to keep his place in the team and find a consistent rhythm for himself going forward. The sit 10th in the Eastern Conference after a tough start to the campaign and face Minnesota United next on April 6. Following that, NYCFC host Philadelphia Union on April 12 and then go on the road to play New England Revolution on April 19 as the regular season starts to really get underway.