John Murphy

John Murphy Jr. (born April 19, 2000) is an American soccer player who currently plays as a midfielder for One Knoxville SC in USL League One.

Early life Born in Scotch Plains, New Jersey, Murphy came up through the academy system of the Players Development Academy in New Jersey before joining the New York Red Bulls Academy. He also played for the New York Red Bulls PDL and USL teams.

Club career New York Red Bulls II Prior to the 2018 season, it was announced that Murphy would be part of New York Red Bulls II of the United Soccer League as a registered academy player. Murphy then made his debut for Red Bulls II on March 27, 2018, against Atlanta United 2. He came on as an 84th-minute substitute for Steven Echevarria as Red Bulls II lost 3–1.

Loudoun United On June 27, 2019, Murphy signed with USL Championship club Loudoun United FC for the remainder of their inaugural season. Murphy made his debut for Loudoun United on July 20, 2019, in a 2–0 loss against Indy Eleven.

Union Omaha In April 2021, Murphy joined USL League One side Union Omaha ahead of the 2021 season. On April 24, 2021, he made his debut for Union Omaha in a 2–0 victory against South Georgia Tormenta FC in the opening match of the USL1 season.

Return to New York Red Bulls II On March 3, 2022, Murphy completed a deal to return to New York Red Bulls II, now a USL Championship club. On April 2, 2022, Murphy scored his first professional goal in a 3–2 loss to FC Tulsa. He scored his second goal of the season on August 20, 2022, in the 2–2 draw against Pittsburgh Riverhounds.

South Georgia Tormenta On February 9, 2023, Murphy signed a one-year deal with USL League One side South Georgia Tormenta.

Forward Madison Murphy joined Forward Madison prior to their 2024 season.

One Knoxville SC On 20 January 2026, Murphy signed for One Knoxville SC.

International career Murphy has represented the US National Team at the U15, U16 and U17 level. He also participated in a U18 National Team Camp for Ireland as he holds dual citizenship.

Personal life Murphy is the younger brother of soccer play James Murphy.

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