Rising talent Manu Duah made his first Major League Soccer (MLS) start for San Diego FC in their thrilling 3-2 win over FC Dallas, marking a key milestone in the 20-year-old’s budding career.
Standing at 6’4″, the powerful defensive midfielder was recently selected as the No.1 overall pick in the 2025 MLS SuperDraft, and has quickly begun to justify the hype surrounding his name. After making his league debut just days earlier, Duah was handed a starting role in a high-stakes match—and he didn’t disappoint.
With his physical presence, composure on the ball, and intelligent positioning, Duah played a crucial role in shielding the backline and helping San Diego control the tempo through midfield.
The club’s coaching staff have high hopes for the Ghanaian-born prospect, who has already shown flashes of the quality that made him the top pick. His performance against Dallas is likely to earn him more starts as the season progresses.
San Diego FC fans will be eager to see how Duah develops, and with his confidence growing game by game, he could become a cornerstone in the club’s midfield for years to come.
