December 11, 2023 – United Soccer League One (USL1) – Forward Madison FC News Release
MADISON, WI: Forward Madison FC has signed Cherif Dieye, a 26-year-old forward from Senegal,
pending league and federation approval. Dieye played in eight games for Central Valley Fuego FC in 2023,
with four starts, two goals, and one assist.
“I am pleased to add Cherif to our 2024 roster,” said Head Coach Matt Glaeser. “He is powerful,
aggressive 1v1, and can contribute goals and assists within our system. Cherif is versatile and hungry to
compete and improve his game which are key qualities we look for in additions.”
The 5’9″ attacker played college soccer at the University of Louisville, making 80 appearances, scoring 19
goals, and tallying eight assists. In 2018, he was named to the ACC Championship All-Tournament Team
and the All-ACC Third Team, and in 2019, he was named USC All-South Second Team and All-ACC Second
Team.
In 2020, Dieye was selected 15th overall in the 2020 MLS SuperDraft by the New York Red Bulls. In July of
that same year, he made his professional debut with the New York’s affiliate team in the USL
Championship league. There, he made 15 appearances and scored one goal. In 2022, Dieye joined USL
League One and Central Valley Fuego FC. In the two seasons he was with the club, the forward made 33
total appearances and secured six goals.
Dieye will play his first match at Breese Stevens Field in pink and blue on Saturday, April 13th against
Henny Derby rivals, Richmond Kickers. Season tickets are on sale now.
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