Nicholas Simpson (footballer)
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| Born | December 20, 1999 Sydney, Australia |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Occupation | Footballer |
Nicholas Simpson (born 20 December 1999) is an Australian professional footballer who plays as a striker and winger. Known for his speed, strength, and direct attacking style, Simpson has played across Germany, New Zealand, and the Philippines, with ambitions to compete in the UEFA Champions League and represent Australia at the FIFA World Cup.
Early Life and Youth Career
Nicholas Simpson was born and raised in Sydney, Australia. He began playing football at the age of seven, initially using a tennis ball with friends at school. He played junior football with Mosman FC and was selected for the Combined Independent Schools State Team at age 11.
Senior Career
At the age of 16, Simpson signed with Manly United U18s and U20s in Australia. At 17, he moved to Germany to pursue a professional football career. His early German clubs included:
- Tus Geretsried (U19s, Second Bundesliga)
- SV Neuried (6th Division)
- SC Velbert (5th Division)
- Düsseldorf West
- SC Brühl
- BC Viktoria Glesch-Paffendorf
He later signed with SC Fortuna Köln, playing over 20 matches with their U23 squad and training with the first team in the Regionalliga West. He then joined Dunnerberg before relocating to New Zealand.
In New Zealand, he played for Twenty11 FC and Nomads AFC in the National League system. In 2024, he moved to the Philippines, signing with Laguna Stallions and One Taguig in the Philippines Football League (PFL).
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Playing Style
Simpson plays as a striker and winger, favouring a direct approach. He is recognised for his ability to run behind defences, his finishing, and his physical presence. He cites Cristiano Ronaldo as his football role model.
Career Goals
Nicholas Simpson has publicly stated his ambition to play Champions League football and to represent Australia at the FIFA World Cup.
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