Bailey Ferguson

Bailey Ferguson (born 28 October 2007) an Australian professional footballer who plays as a forward. He most recently played for Auckland FC in the OFC Professional League.

Early life Ferguson began his career in Australia, playing his youth football at Olympic FC. Ferguson moved to Gold Coast United before joining the Brisbane Roar academy at under-13 level in 2020. In 2023, Ferguson played for Logan Metro, featuring in the club's Australia Cup preliminary round campaign. He scored a hat-trick in a 7–1 victory over Nerang Eagles on 18 February 2023.

Club career

Eastern Suburbs Ferguson played senior football for Eastern Suburbs in the Queensland Premier League from 2023. He enjoyed his most prolific campaign in 2025, scoring seven goals and providing four assists in the NPL Queensland, and was subsequently named Football Queensland NPL Young Player of the Year.

Auckland FC On 10 December 2025, Ferguson was announced as one of Auckland FC’s first five signings ahead of the club’s inaugural OFC Professional League campaign. On 17 January 2026, he came off the bench in Auckland FC’s first OFC Professional League match, scoring in a 3–0 win over South Island United. Ferguson later scored in consecutive matches, netting in a 2–0 win over PNG Hekari, and a 4–0 victory against Tahiti United. His performances in the OFC Professional League earned him inclusion in Auckland FC’s A-League Men squad as a replacement for suspended striker Sam Cosgrove. Ferguson made his A-League debut in the New Zealand derby, a 5–0 win over Wellington Phoenix.

On 20 July 2026, Ferguson was promoted to Auckland FC's A-League Men squad on a scholarship contract alongside teammates Isa Prins and Van Fitzharris. On 21 August, Ferguson was named in the New Zealand U-19 men’s squad for the 2026 OFC U-19 Championship, but was listed as Unattached. It was then reported that he had returned to Australia to be closer with family in a statement by Terry McFlynn.

Career statistics

Club

Honours Auckland FC

A-League Men Championship: 2026

OFC Professional League: 2026

Individual NPL Queensland Young Player of the Year: 2025