Beach FC ECNL · Southern California · Class of 2028

SafaNoorzai

"The game slows down for me when the stakes are highest. That's when I want the ball."

9 Jersey Number
ST Position
U16 ECNL
15 Age
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Safa Noorzai is a 15-year-old striker from Southern California whose combination of technical precision, athletic instinct, and competitive intensity has drawn attention at the highest levels of youth development in the United States.

Currently competing for Beach FC ECNL U16 under Coach Dan McCarthy, Safa has been recognized by scouts, coaches, and media as one of the most dynamic young forwards in the country.

A proud Afghan-American, Safa's journey spans from the competitive youth academies of Southern California to international recognition with the Afghanistan National U17 program — a testament to the range of his impact and the breadth of his potential.

"The game slows down for me when the stakes are highest. That's when I want the ball." — Safa Noorzai

Accolades

2026
Afghanistan National U17
AFC U-17 Pathway · Invitee
2025
Featured Prospect
Top Drawer Soccer · Nov 2025
2025
ECNL U16 Striker
Beach FC · Coach Dan McCarthy
2024
MLS Next All-Star Nominee
U14 · MLS Next
2023
MLS Next
Santa Monica Surf · Alumni

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For Recruiting &
Media Inquiries

Safa is open to conversations with college programs, academy scouts, and media. All inquiries are welcomed and reviewed.