MIAMI (January 25, 2022) – The Miami FC announced on Tuesday the latest addition to the club, signing center-back Benjamin Ofeimu, pending league and federation approval. Ofeimu expands Head Coach Anthony Pulis’ defensive options throughout the 2022 USL Championship season.
“Ben is center back that’s had plenty of experience in USL Championship for such a young age,” said Pulis. “Most young defenders in this country are coming out of college very raw at 21 years of age whereas we’re getting someone with around 60 pro games under his belt. This means he already knows what it takes to play at the level, whilst still being in a position where he can continue to keep improving & developing with us. He’s a big physical presence who is dominant in the air, strong and comfortable on the ball. He compliments the other three center backs we currently have in our group very well.”
Originally from West Bloomfield, Mich., Ofeimu spent his last seasons with Birmingham Legion FC. The 6-foot-3-inch defender made 15 appearances, started 11 games and played a total of 924 minutes, helping the Legion to five clean sheets in the process. The 21-year-old traveled to Miami on June 2021 to face the Miami FC but remained as an unused substitute during the 1-0 away loss.
Prior to joining Birmingham, Ofeimu spent the 2020 season with the Philadelphia Union II. He appeared in nine matches, started eight games and played 720 minutes.
Ofeimu signed his first professional contract with the Philadelphia Union II, known as Bethlehem Steel FC at the time, in January 2019. Despite only being a teenager, he played 27 matches, scored two goals and dished out two assists.
“I’m looking forward to being in the city, getting to know the team and the fans,” said Ofeimu. “I can’t wait to get started and hopefully we will achieve great things this year.”
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