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Daniel Musovski (born November 30, 1995) is an American professional soccer player who plays as a winger for Major League Soccer club Seattle Sounders FC.

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Career

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College

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Prior to starting college, Musovski was named the Nevada Gatorade Player of the Year as a high school junior, and set the state high school record for single-season goals as a senior at 58. At UNLV, he played four years of college soccer, from 2014 to 2017, during which he scored 47 goals in 88 appearances. He was a two-time All-America selection, and as a senior earned WAC Offensive Player of the Year honors.[1][2]

Musovski made seven appearances for PDL side Burlingame Dragons FC in 2016 and scored six goals.[3]

Professional

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On January 10, 2018, Musovski was selected 30th overall by the San Jose Earthquakes during the 2018 MLS SuperDraft.[4][5] He was signed by the club on March 1, 2018, and immediately loaned to San Jose's USL affiliate, Reno 1868 FC, alongside fellow SuperDraft pick Mohamed Thiaw.[6] Musovski made his professional debut as a second-half substitute for Chris Wehan in Reno's 4–3 loss to Swope Park Rangers on March 17, 2018.[7] He scored his first professional goal in his second appearance on March 24, 2018, in a 1–1 draw with Las Vegas Lights FC, a match from which he was later ejected.[8][9] Musovski was released by San Jose at the end of their 2018 season.[10]

Musovski joined Reno 1868 permanently on January 17, 2019, following his release by San Jose.[11]

On December 10, 2019, Musovski joined Major League Soccer side Los Angeles FC ahead of the 2020 season.[12] He made his debut for the club on July 13, 2020, against Houston in the MLS is Back Tournament as a substitute for Adama Diomande in the 79th minute. On September 2, 2020, Musovski scored his first goal with LAFC in a 5–1 win over San Jose. On October 11, 2020, Musovski scored a brace in a 3–1 win over the Seattle Sounders.

Musovski scored his first goal while on loan to USL Championship side Las Vegas Lights FC in a 3–1 loss to Sacramento Republic FC in the 2021 USL Championship season.

On August 3, 2022, Musovski was traded to Real Salt Lake in exchange for $250,000 in General Allocation Money.[13] His contract option was declined by the club at the end of the 2023 season; according to Musovski, negotiations for a renewed contract had broken down, which led to frustration. He sat out of several matches in the latter half of the season.[14]

While in free agency, Musovski signed a two-year contract with Seattle Sounders FC on February 1, 2024.[15] He scored one goal for the team in the 2024 season as he primarily played as a late-match substitute. Musovski was injured at the end of the regular season and did not appear for most of the 2024 MLS Cup playoffs.[16] He scored in five consecutive matches during the 2025 regular season while playing in place of Jordan Morris, who had been injured for several weeks.[16][17] On August 24, 2025 Musovski scored three goals in a 5–2 victory over Sporting Kansas City. This was his first hat trick in Major League Soccer, and earned him the Player of the Matchday award for MLS matchday 30.[18]

Personal life

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Born in the United States, Musovski is of Macedonian descent.[19] He announced his engagement to Nikki Klassen in April 2025.[20]

Career statistics

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Club

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As of match played May 10, 2025[21]
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
Club Season League U.S. Open Cup Continental Other Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
FC Tucson 2017[22] USL PDL 3 0 1 0 4 0
San Jose Earthquakes 2018 MLS 0 0 0 0
Reno 1868 (loan) 2018 USL 17 5 2 2 19 7
Reno 1868 2019 USLC 23 11 1 0 1[a] 0 25 11
Los Angeles FC 2020 MLS 15 5 3[b] 0 18 5
2021 22 4 22 4
2022 16 2 3 2 19 4
Total 53 11 3 2 3 0 59 13
Las Vegas Lights (loan) 2021 USL 12 5 12 5
2022 3 0 3 0
Total 15 5 15 5
Real Salt Lake 2022 MLS 3 0 3 0
2023 20 5 4 2 4[c] 2 28 9
Total 23 5 4 2 4 2 31 9
Seattle Sounders FC 2024 MLS 24 1 3 1 3 0 30 2
2025 10 5 4 1 0 0 14 6
Career total 168 43 14 7 7 1 8 2 197 53
  1. ^ Appearances in USL Championship Playoffs
  2. ^ Appearances in CONCACAF Champions League
  3. ^ Appearances in Leagues Cup

Honors

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Collegiate

  • NSCAA National Player of the Week (November 18, 2014)
  • 2014 WAC All-Tournament
  • 2014 WAC Tournament MVP
  • 2015 NSCAA 2nd Team All-American
  • 2015 TopDrawerSoccer Best XI Third Team
  • 2015 College Soccer News 3rd Team All-American
  • 2015 NSCAA All-West Region First Team
  • 2015 WAC Offensive Player of the Year
  • 2015 All-WAC First Team
  • 2016 MAC Hermann Trophy Watch List
  • 2016 All-WAC First Team
  • 2016 WAC All-Tournament
  • 2016 WAC Tournament MVP
  • 2016 NSCAA All-West Region Second Team
  • TopDrawerSoccer National Player of the Week (November 15, 2016)

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Daniel Musovski (born November 30, 1995) is an American professional soccer player who plays as a forward for club . Born in , Musovski rose to prominence during his college career at the , where he established himself as one of the top scorers in the (WAC). Over four seasons with the from 2014 to 2017, he tallied 47 goals and 23 assists in 88 appearances, leading the team with standout performances including 15 goals and six assists in his senior year. His college accolades include two WAC Offensive Player of the Year awards (2015, 2017), two WAC Tournament MVP honors (2014, 2016), and selections to the All-WAC First Team three times (2015–2017), along with NSCAA Second Team All-American recognition in 2015. Musovski began his professional career in 2018 with USL Championship side Reno 1868 FC, an affiliate of Major League Soccer's Los Angeles FC, where he scored seven goals in 19 appearances during his debut season and added 11 more goals the following year across 25 matches. He made his MLS debut with LAFC in 2020, contributing five goals and one assist in 17 appearances, and continued with the club through 2022, accumulating 13 goals and six assists in 61 regular-season games while also featuring on loan with USL side Las Vegas Lights FC. In 2023, Musovski joined Real Salt Lake, where he enjoyed a breakout campaign with nine goals and five assists in 34 appearances, contributing to a playoff appearance. He signed with Seattle Sounders FC as a free agent on February 1, 2024, to a two-year contract through the 2025 season with a club option for 2026. Since joining Seattle, Musovski has become a key contributor to the team's attack, scoring one goal in limited action (24 appearances, 4 starts) during the 2024 MLS regular season before exploding for a career-high 14 goals and four assists in 31 appearances in 2025, earning him the Sounders FC Golden Boot as the team's top scorer. He added two goals and one assist in three playoff matches during the 2025 Audi MLS Cup Playoffs, bringing his career MLS regular-season totals to 37 goals and 16 assists across 150 appearances as of November 2025. Known for his clinical finishing and versatility as a centre-forward, Musovski has also notched notable braces in and competitions throughout his career.

Early life and college career

Early life and education

Danny Musovski was born on November 30, 1995, in , to father George Musovski. He spent the majority of his childhood as a longtime Southern Nevadan resident. Musovski displayed an early aptitude for soccer, with his father recalling that at age four, he scored 13 goals in his first recreational league game. He honed his skills in local youth programs, joining the Las Vegas Sports Academy, where his team won seven state titles, and later gaining semi-professional experience with the Las Vegas Mobsters during high school. Musovski attended Liberty High School in Henderson, where he excelled in soccer, setting Nevada high school large-school records with 58 goals in a single season (2013) and 128 career goals, and was named the Nevada Player of the Year and Soccer Athlete of the Year as a junior in 2013. While specific academic achievements from high school are not widely documented, his pre-college focus centered on athletic development through structured training and competitive play.

College career at UNLV

Danny Musovski enrolled at the (UNLV) in 2014, where he played four seasons for the men's soccer team from 2014 to 2017, appearing in 88 matches and scoring 47 goals overall. As a freshman in 2014, Musovski recorded 6 goals and 6 assists for 18 points in 22 appearances (16 starts), including 2 game-winning goals, contributing to the Rebels' WAC Tournament championship win, where he was named MVP. In his sophomore year of 2015, he emerged as a standout, tallying 14 goals and 6 assists for 34 points with 7 game-winners, leading the WAC in points and earning recognition as the first sophomore in UNLV history to receive All-American honors. During his junior season in 2016, Musovski added 12 goals and 6 assists for 30 points, featuring 3 multi-goal games and 3 game-winners, while helping the team secure another WAC Tournament title as MVP. In 2017, as a senior, Musovski posted 15 goals and 6 assists despite missing 4 games due to suspension, starting all 17 of his appearances and leading the WAC in points, goals, goals per game, and . His performance included three game-winning goals and earned him national player of the week honors after a standout WAC Tournament showing with two goals, two assists, and one game-winner. Musovski's accolades at UNLV included two-time All-America selections (NSCAA Second Team in 2015 and United Soccer Coaches Third Team in 2017), WAC Offensive Player of the Year in both 2015 and 2017, First Team All-WAC each year from 2015 to 2017, and two WAC Tournament MVP awards (2014 and 2016). He was also named to the MAC Hermann Trophy Watch List in 2016 and 2017, and received multiple NSCAA All-Region honors, including in 2014 and 2015. Throughout his college career, Musovski was a key offensive force for the , ranking among UNLV's all-time leaders in goals and points upon graduation, and his contributions helped the team achieve back-to-back WAC Tournament titles in 2014 and 2016. Academically, he majored in .

Professional career

Reno 1868 FC (2018–2019)

Musovski was selected 30th overall by the in the and signed a professional contract with the club on March 1, 2018. Despite his strong college scoring record at UNLV, which contributed to his draft selection, Musovski did not make any first-team appearances for the Earthquakes in during the 2018 season. He was immediately loaned to the club's affiliate, , where he began his professional career. During his 2018 loan spell with , Musovski made 19 appearances across all competitions, including 10 starts, and recorded 7 goals and 1 assist in 882 minutes played. His debut came as a substitute in a 3–4 loss to Swope Park Rangers on March 17, 2018, and he quickly adapted to the professional level, showcasing his finishing ability with notable contributions such as a brace off the bench in the second round against the Portland Timbers U-23 on May 16. These performances earned him USL Player of the Week honors for Week 7 after scoring twice in the final 15 minutes to secure a 2–1 victory over on April 21. Following the 2018 season, the Earthquakes declined Musovski's contract option, and he signed a permanent deal with Reno 1868 FC on January 17, 2019. In 2019, he appeared in 25 matches (14 starts) for Reno, scoring 11 goals and providing 1 assist in regular-season play, while also starting and playing 81 minutes in a U.S. Open Cup match. His goal-scoring prowess was evident in key moments, such as his 11th goal of the season on October 2 against Portland Timbers 2, which helped Reno secure a 2–1 win and highlighted his transition from collegiate standout to reliable professional forward. Musovski was released by Reno at the conclusion of the 2019 USL Championship season.

Los Angeles FC (2020–2022)

Musovski signed with Los Angeles FC on December 10, 2019, ahead of the 2020 MLS season following his time with Reno 1868 FC. He made his MLS debut on July 13, 2020, as a substitute in a 3–3 draw against Houston Dynamo FC during the MLS is Back Tournament. In his rookie 2020 season, Musovski appeared in 15 MLS matches for LAFC, starting six and logging 629 minutes, while scoring five goals and providing one assist. His breakout performance came on October 11, 2020, when he scored a brace and added an assist in a 3–1 victory over Seattle Sounders FC, earning him MLS Player of the Week honors for Week 17. Over his full tenure with LAFC from 2020 to 2022, Musovski made 53 MLS appearances, scoring 11 goals. To gain additional playing time, he was loaned to LAFC's affiliate, , for spells in 2021 and 2022, where he recorded 15 appearances and five goals. On August 3, 2022, LAFC traded Musovski to in exchange for $250,000 in general .

Real Salt Lake (2022–2023)

On August 3, 2022, acquired Danny Musovski from in exchange for $250,000 in , allocated as $150,000 for the 2022 season and $100,000 for 2023. The 26-year-old forward, known for his versatility as a striker or winger, joined RSL to bolster the attacking options under head coach Pablo Mastroeni, bringing his pace and finishing ability to a squad pushing for a playoff spot in the Western Conference. Musovski's integration into the RSL squad was gradual following the midseason trade. In the remainder of the 2022 MLS regular season, he made three substitute appearances, totaling 45 minutes without recording a goal or assist, as he adapted to the team's system amid a tight schedule. His role evolved in 2023, where he became a more regular presence in the lineup, featuring in 24 regular-season matches with 14 starts and 1,207 minutes played. During this campaign, he contributed 5 goals and 0 assists, including key strikes such as the opener in a 3-2 victory over the Colorado Rapids on May 20, a goal in a 2-3 loss to LA Galaxy on May 31, and a late equalizer against Sporting Kansas City in a 2-2 draw on July 12. These performances helped RSL secure a strong third-place finish in the West with 59 points. In the MLS Cup Playoffs, Musovski appeared in two matches for 5 minutes without recording a goal or assist as the team was eliminated in the first round by Seattle Sounders FC. Musovski also saw limited action with RSL's MLS Next Pro affiliate, Real Monarchs, logging three appearances and one assist in 242 minutes during 2022, primarily to maintain match fitness post-trade. He contributed two goals in the 2023 Leagues Cup, including a brace against Club León on August 4. However, late in the 2023 season, tensions arose when he was sidelined from training and matchday squads for several weeks amid stalled contract extension talks as his deal neared expiration. At the conclusion of the 2023 campaign, Real Salt Lake declined Musovski's contract option, allowing him to enter free agency; he later signed with the Seattle Sounders FC ahead of the 2024 season.

Seattle Sounders FC (2024–present)

Musovski signed with Seattle Sounders FC as a free agent on February 1, 2024, agreeing to a contract through the end of the 2025 season with a club option for 2026. In his debut season, he made 30 appearances across all competitions, primarily as a substitute, while scoring two goals and providing one assist. His limited role reflected an adjustment period following prior MLS experience with Los Angeles FC and Real Salt Lake. The 2025 season marked a significant evolution for Musovski, transitioning from a rotational forward to a key attacking figure and the team's leading scorer with 14 goals in play. Across all competitions, he accumulated 18 goals in 63 total appearances for , contributing both in the regular season—where he started 18 matches—and in playoff efforts that advanced the team to the postseason. A pivotal milestone came on August 24, 2025, when Musovski netted his first MLS in a 5–2 victory over , scoring three goals including a penalty kick to secure the win. This performance earned him MLS Player of the Matchday honors for Matchday 30, highlighting his efficiency with a league-fourth ranking of 0.88 goals per 90 minutes at that point. Seattle Sounders FC enjoyed a strong 2025 campaign under Musovski's contributions, finishing the regular season with a 15–9–10 record before their playoff run, culminating in an overall all-competitions tally of 23 wins, 13 losses, and 14 draws. His emergence as a reliable goal threat bolstered the forward line, aiding the team's depth in multiple tournaments including the and . As of November 2025, Musovski's contract remains active through December 31, with the club option positioning him for potential continued tenure in 2026.

Personal life

Macedonian heritage

Danny Musovski was born in , to parents of Macedonian descent, giving him eligibility to represent the national team. In 2020, Musovski publicly committed to playing for , a decision facilitated by his parents' possession of Macedonian documents, allowing him to obtain a . Despite this, he has not yet made his international debut as of November 2025. Musovski has highlighted Macedonia as his favorite travel destination, reflecting an affinity for the cultural homeland of his . His choice to embrace North Macedonian representation underscores a deliberate tie to his ancestral community.

Family and relationships

Danny Musovski was born to parents George and Silvana Musovski. He has a younger brother, Adam, who played soccer at the during Danny's college years. In April 2025, Musovski announced his engagement to longtime girlfriend Nikki Klassen, sharing the news amid a surge in his on-field performance with the . The couple resides in , where Musovski has settled following his move to the Sounders in 2024. Outside of soccer, Musovski maintains an interest in chess, a he picked up in elementary and which he has credited with sharpening his on the field. Post-engagement, he has balanced his personal milestones with professional success.

Career statistics

Major League Soccer

Musovski's career spans multiple teams, with his statistical contributions tracked separately for regular season and playoffs. The following tables summarize his appearances, starts, goals, and assists in MLS regular season play, drawn from official league records.

MLS Regular Season Statistics

SeasonTeamAppearances (GP)Starts (GS)Goals (G)Assists (A)
2020LAFC15651
2021LAFC22543
2022LAFC16621
20223000
2023241450
202424411
20253116144
Total135513110
In MLS Cup Playoffs, Musovski has made 6 appearances (2 starts), scoring 2 goals and providing 1 assist across three seasons: 0 goals in 2 appearances (0 starts) with Real Salt Lake in 2023, 0 goals in 1 appearance (0 starts) with Seattle Sounders FC in 2024, and 2 goals with 1 assist in 3 appearances (2 starts) with Seattle in 2025. As of November 13, 2025, Musovski's cumulative MLS totals stand at 141 appearances (53 starts), 33 goals, and 11 assists, encompassing both regular season and playoff contributions. Musovski made his MLS debut on July 13, 2020, as a substitute for in a 3–3 draw against the Houston Dynamo during the . His first MLS occurred on August 24, 2025, when he scored three goals in Seattle Sounders FC's 5–2 victory over , marking a career highlight in his breakout season.

USL Championship

Musovski began his professional career in the with , where he established himself as a prolific scorer before loans to .
SeasonTeamAppearancesGoalsAssistsMinutes Played
20181750794
2019231111,226
20211252829
2022301242
These figures represent regular-season play; Musovski did not record appearances in playoffs during these periods. In total across the , Musovski made 55 appearances, scoring 21 goals and providing 4 assists in 3,091 minutes. Notably, his season with Reno marked a breakout year, leading the team in goals during his time there, while his stints with Las Vegas Lights were on loan from . These USL contributions highlighted his goal-scoring ability and facilitated his transition to .

Honors and records

Collegiate honors

During his collegiate career at the (UNLV), Danny Musovski earned numerous individual accolades, highlighting his prolific scoring and leadership on the pitch. As a in 2015, he was named the Western Athletic Conference (WAC) Offensive Player of the Year after scoring a team-high 14 goals, tying for the ninth-most in program history and ranking sixth nationally. That season, Musovski also became the first in UNLV history to receive honors, earning second-team recognition from the National Collegiate Soccer Coaches Association (NSCAA) and third-team honors from College Soccer News. Additionally, he was selected to the NSCAA All-West Region First Team and the All-WAC First Team. In 2016, as a junior, Musovski continued his excellence despite missing five early games due to injury, securing All-WAC First Team honors for the second consecutive year and NSCAA All-West Region Second Team recognition—his second straight all-region accolade. He was also named to the WAC All-Tournament Team after leading UNLV to the conference championship, where the defeated 2-1 in the final; Musovski scored both goals, including the game-winner, to earn Tournament MVP honors for the second time in his career. Earlier that year, he appeared on the preseason Watch List, recognizing him as one of the nation's top players. Musovski's senior year in 2017 marked the pinnacle of his collegiate achievements. He repeated as WAC Offensive Player of the Year, leading the conference with 15 goals and 36 points while earning All-WAC First Team honors for the third straight season. His outstanding performance also garnered United Soccer Coaches All-West Region First Team selection—his third all-region honor overall—and recognition from College Soccer News, making him just the second two-time All-American in UNLV history. Musovski capped his freshman season in 2014 by winning WAC Tournament MVP as UNLV claimed the title, scoring crucial goals en route to the championship. These honors, bolstered by his senior-year production, positioned him as a top prospect for the .

Professional honors

During the 2025 MLS season, Danny Musovski earned the MLS Player of the Matchday award for Matchday 30, recognizing his standout performance that included scoring his first career MLS in Sounders FC's 5–2 victory over on August 24. This marked Musovski's first in and contributed significantly to his breakout campaign. Musovski led the Seattle Sounders in scoring during the 2025 season across all competitions with 18 goals, earning him the club's Golden Boot Award as voted by his teammates. His contributions were pivotal to the Sounders' success, including their run to the title, where Seattle defeated 3–0 in the final on August 31 to claim their first championship. Earlier in his professional career with in the , Musovski was named Player of the Week for Week 28 of the 2019 season after scoring two goals in a 3–1 win over , and again for Week 7 of the 2018 season following a late brace that secured a 2–1 victory against .

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