Former New York Red Bulls and US U-20 national team goalkeeper coach Des McAleenan has passed away, leading to an outpouring of support across the MLS and American soccer communities.
McAleenan, 53, was originally from Dublin, Ireland and worked closely with US men’s national team stars Tony Meola and Tim Howard. He logged nearly 10 years with the Red Bulls.
McAleenan played college soccer at Central Connecticut State University, then embarked on a brief professional playing career. His coaching résumé included stops with Colombia’s national team and Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal.
Below are some messages of support after McAleenan’s death. You can learn more about his career in this MLSsoccer.com story from 2012.
Rest in peace, Des. pic.twitter.com/VFgN9wD00x
— New York Red Bulls (@NewYorkRedBulls) February 27, 2021
U.S. Soccer mourns the loss of former U-20 USMNT goalkeeper coach Des McAleenan.
Our thoughts are with his family and everyone he impacted through the game.
— U.S. Soccer (@ussoccer) February 27, 2021
Thank you, Desi. You knew how much you meant to so many & to me. Your selflessness & dedication to your work will continue to help all lucky enough to have worked w/ you. I will continue to hear your stories in my head. Your friendship cannot ever be replaced. Rest in Peace 🇮🇪🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/FiRTowBLVM
— Tab Ramos (@RamosTab) February 27, 2021
We love you Desi. RIP ❤️🕊 https://t.co/NPu3GXhEHF
— Jozy Altidore (@JozyAltidore) February 27, 2021
Please make sure you’re reaching out to your loved ones... #RIP Des
— Brian Dunseth (@BrianDunseth) February 27, 2021
RIP Des McAleenan, former MetroStars, U.S. U-20s & 🇨🇴 goalkeeper coach.
Des was an absolute joy to be around. There were few funnier, more genuine & selfless people (& a heck of a GK coach). To know Des was to love him.
This world was lucky to have you, you will be missed 🙏🏼 pic.twitter.com/znFDyYhk7W
— Ives Galarcep (@SoccerByIves) February 27, 2021
RIP Des McAleenan . The pioneer of UK / Irish GK Coaches working in the Americas sleep well pal .
— Stewart Kerr (@KersoKerr) February 27, 2021
The Link LonkSo sad to hear about Des passing. Didn’t have many interactions with him but the ones I was lucky to share left me with a smile on my face. Mental Health is such a massive battle. Stay in touch with those around you and seek out help, you are never alone. #RBNY
— Connor Lade (@clade5) February 27, 2021
February 28, 2021 at 01:42AM
https://www.mlssoccer.com/post/2021/02/27/former-new-york-red-bulls-goalkeeper-coach-des-mcaleenan-passes-away
Former New York Red Bulls goalkeeper coach Des McAleenan passes away - MLSsoccer.com
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