YORK UNITED FC
VALOUR FC
2025 TEAM ROSTER
ROBERTO ALARCÓN #2
Position: Fullback
Nationality: Spain
Birthdate: April 21, 1998
Birthplace: Palma de Mallorca, Spain
Height: 5'7" (170cm)
Previous Club: Calgary FC
Valour announced the return of Alarcon for 2025 on December 14, 2024 after the club exercised its option on the defender's contract. The 2025 season marks Alarcón's second with the club, after initially signing in December 2023. The native of Palma de Mallorca, Spain, tallied 23 appearances in his debut season with Valour FC, for a total of 1811 minutes. Known as an attack-minded fullback, Alacron notched his lone assist of the season against his former squad Calgary FC, where he played for two years and captured the 2023 CPL Shield as regular season winners before arriving at Valour.
DANTE CAMPBELL
Position: Defender
Nationality: Canada
Birthdate: November 5, 1999
Birthplace: Toronto, Canada
Height: 5'11" (180cm)
Previous Club: Toronto FC II
Campbell is a versatile defender who can play both centrally and as a right-back. His technical ability and comfort on the ball allow him to contribute to build-up play, while his defensive awareness makes him a reliable presence in the backline. A product of the Toronto FC academy, he brings top-level development experience to Valour FC.
DIOGO RESSURREIÇÃO
Position: Midfielder
Nationality: Portugal
Birthdate: July 15, 1998
Birthplace: Lisbon, Portugal
Height: 6'0" (183cm)
Previous Club: CD Nacional
Valour announced the signing of Ressurreição with a two-year contract. A dynamic midfielder with excellent technical abilities, Ressurreição brings European experience to the Valour midfield. His vision and passing range have made him an immediate impact player in the Canadian Premier League.
KELSEY EGWU
Position: Defender
Nationality: Canada
Birthdate: March 22, 2000
Birthplace: Edmonton, Canada
Height: 6'2" (188cm)
Previous Club: FC Edmonton
Egwu is a promising young defender with excellent physical attributes. His aerial dominance and strength in duels make him a formidable presence in the Valour backline. With continued development, he has the potential to become one of the standout defenders in the Canadian Premier League.
GIANFRANCO FACCHINERI
Position: Defender
Nationality: Canada
Birthdate: April 27, 2002
Birthplace: Windsor, Ontario
Height: 6'1" (185cm)
Previous Club: Vancouver Whitecaps FC
Facchineri joined Valour FC after developing in the Vancouver Whitecaps system. A composed center-back with excellent positioning and reading of the game, he has solidified the Valour defense with his mature approach and leadership abilities despite his young age.
JORDAN FARIA
Position: Midfielder
Nationality: Canada
Birthdate: May 12, 2001
Birthplace: Toronto, Canada
Height: 5'10" (178cm)
Previous Club: York United FC
Faria has been a standout midfielder who brings creativity and vision to the attacking third. Known for his technical ability and passing range, he has quickly become a fan favorite at Valour FC. His ability to unlock defenses with incisive passes makes him a key component of the team's attacking play.
ZACHARY FERNANDEZ #13
Position: Fullback
Nationality: Canada
Birthdate: September 24, 2001
Birthplace: Laval, Canada
Height: 5'10" (178cm)
Previous Club: Halifax Wanderers FC
Valour announced the signing of Fernandez to a contract guaranteed for 2025, with an option for 2026 on February 24, 2025. Fernandez, 23, arrives at Valour with valuable Canadian Premier League experience already to his name, after spending the past three seasons as a mainstay at right back for Halifax Wanderers FC. The native of Blainville, Que. has earned a reputation in the league as one of its best attack-minded fullbacks. Fernandez signed his first professional contract with Halifax in 2022 and led the Wanderers in assists during his rookie season. He went on to score his first professional goal for the Wanderers in 2023.
BRUNO FIGUEIREDO
Position: Midfielder
Nationality: Portugal
Birthdate: February 3, 1997
Birthplace: Porto, Portugal
Height: 5'10" (178cm)
Previous Club: Vitória SC
Figueiredo brings Portuguese technical flair to the Valour midfield. His close control and ability to operate in tight spaces make him a valuable asset in breaking down organized defenses. With experience in the competitive Portuguese leagues, he adds quality and creativity to the team's attacking options.
ELEIAS HIMARAS #1
Position: Goalkeeper
Nationality: Canada
Birthdate: March 8, 2002
Birthplace: North York, Canada
Height: 6'1" (185cm)
Previous Club: York United FC
Valour FC announced the signing of Himaras on January 7, 2025, to a one-year contract guaranteed for 2025, with a club option for 2026. The promising netminder joins Valour with three years of CPL experience after signing with York United FC in July 2022. Himaras made 12 overall starts for the Nine Stripes during his time with the club. The native of London, Ont. previously represented Canada at the 2019 FIFA U-17 World Cup, where he made one start for his country.
SHAAN HUNDAL #10
Position: Forward
Nationality: Canada
Birthdate: July 14, 1999
Birthplace: Brampton, Canada
Height: 6'0" (183cm)
Previous Club: Vancouver FC
Hundal returns in 2025 after a solid 2024 campaign with Valour FC that saw him make 27 CPL appearances as well as suiting up in the team's Canadian Championship match. Hundal tied for the team lead in goals with seven and added three assists. This is Hundal's second stint with Valour FC after first joining the team in 2020 for the Island Games tournament where he made six appearances for the club and had two assists. Hundal joined CPL expansion side Vancouver FC in 2023 and scored the first goal in club history in Vancouver's first win, a 2-1 defeat of York United FC on April 22, 2023.
SAFWANE MLAH
Position: Midfielder
Nationality: Canada
Birthdate: April 5, 2003
Birthplace: Montreal, Canada
Height: 5'8" (173cm)
Previous Club: CF Montreal Academy
Mlah is one of the exciting young talents in Canadian soccer. His technical ability and creativity in midfield have already shown glimpses of his potential. Despite his young age, he has demonstrated maturity in his decision-making and continues to develop into a key player for Valour's future.
RAPHAEL OHIN #27
Position: Midfielder
Nationality: Ghana
Birthdate: May 25, 1995
Birthplace: Accra, Ghana
Height: 5'6" (168cm)
Previous Club: WSA Winnipeg
Valour FC announced the return of Ohin for his seventh season with the club on December 12, 2024, after exercising the 2025 option of his contract. Born in Accra, Ohin moved to Winnipeg in 2016 and was one of the original signings by Valour FC when the franchise made its debut in 2019. Ohin has made 75 CPL and five Canadian Championship appearances for Valour, ranking him second only to Diego Gutierrez on the franchise's all-time list. In 2024 he was named team captain and made 21 appearances for Valour, logging 1,228 minutes and was twice included in the CPL's Gatorade Team of the Week.
ERIK POP
Position: Forward
Nationality: Romania
Birthdate: October 10, 1997
Birthplace: Bucharest, Romania
Height: 6'1" (185cm)
Previous Club: FC Dinamo București
Pop is a powerful striker with excellent hold-up play and finishing ability. His strength allows him to shield the ball effectively and bring others into play, while his clinical nature in front of goal makes him a constant threat to opposition defenses. His European experience adds a different dimension to Valour's attacking options.
ROCCO ROMEO #3
Position: Centre back
Nationality: Canada
Birthdate: March 25, 2000
Birthplace: Toronto, Canada
Height: 6'5" (196cm)
Previous Club: Vancouver FC
Valour announced the return of Romeo on January 14, 2025, with the signing of a one-year contract guaranteed for 2025, with an option for 2026. Romeo played for Valour in 2021-22 and returns to Winnipeg after spending the 2022-23 seasons with Vancouver FC. Romeo notched two goals for Vancouver during his 23 appearances and earned such honours as the Supporters' Player of the Season and Vancouver FC's Player of the Year in 2023 and Community Leader of the Year and Fan's Choice in 2024. Romeo first joined the club on loan from Toronto FC in Major League Soccer (MLS) in 2021, then returned to Winnipeg in February ahead of the club's 2022 CPL campaign.
KRIS TWARDEK
Position: Forward
Nationality: Canada
Birthdate: March 8, 1997
Birthplace: Toronto, Canada
Height: 6'0" (183cm)
Previous Club: Bohemian FC
Twardek is a dynamic winger with excellent pace and dribbling ability. His direct style and willingness to take on defenders make him a constant threat in wide areas. With experience in European football, he brings quality and excitement to Valour's attacking play.
XAVIER VENANCIO #20
Position: Midfielder
Nationality: Portugal
Birthdate: May 29, 1999
Birthplace: Mafra, Portugal
Height: 5'9" (175cm)
Previous Club: ASD Chieri Calcio
Valour FC announced the signing of Venancio on February 4, 2025 to a contract guaranteed for 2025 with an option for 2026. Venâncio arrives at Valour after amassing more than 60 professional appearances in Italy and Portugal since making his pro debut in 2018. Most recently, he represented ASD Chieri Calcio in Italy's Serie D, where he made 17 appearances and contributed a goal and three assists. The midfielder's career was otherwise spent in his native Portugal. He came up through Real SC's youth system before moving to CF Os Belenenses at the U-19 level.
JONATHAN VISCOSI
Position: Goalkeeper
Nationality: Canada
Birthdate: August 14, 1991
Birthplace: Ottawa, Canada
Height: 6'2" (188cm)
Previous Club: Cavalry FC
Viscosi is an experienced goalkeeper who provides leadership and stability between the posts. His communication and organization of the defense have been crucial, while his shot-stopping abilities have saved Valour on numerous occasions. His veteran presence has been valuable in mentoring younger players in the squad.
KIAN WILLIAMS #7
Position: Midfielder
Nationality: England
Birthdate: July 1, 2000
Birthplace: Leicester, England
Height: 6'0" (183cm)
Previous Club: Keflavik IF
Williams returns in 2025 after missing the entire 2024 CPL season with a knee injury. His 2023 season with the club was sensational, as he had four goals – tying for the team lead – while adding five assists in 23 CPL matches. Valour first announced the signing of Williams in December of 2022 after he spent the previous three seasons (2020-22) with Keflavik IF in Iceland's top division where he totalled five goals, four assists and 1,842 minutes played in 26 appearances. Over his three seasons with the club, Williams totalled 13 goals in 64 appearances.
MYLES MORGAN #21
Position: Forward
Nationality: Canada
Birthdate: June 20, 2005
Birthplace: Toronto, Canada
Height: 5'8" (173cm)
Previous Club: Whitecaps FC 2
Valour announced the signing of Morgan on March 4, 2025 to a contract guaranteed through 2026 with an option for 2027. Morgan joins Valour after most recently representing Whitecaps FC 2 (WFC2), Vancouver Whitecaps' reserve side, in MLS Next Pro. The Toronto-born, Pickering, Ont.-raised attacker is a product of the Toronto FC academy system and has also represented his hometown Major League Soccer side in MLS Next Pro play. Internationally, Morgan earned his first call up to Canada Soccer's U-20 Men's National Team in February 2024 and made an immediate impact for his country, scoring four goals in two matches, including a hattrick in his debut against Dominica.
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