VINI DANTAS SIGNS WITH UTICA CITY FC

Utica City FC Signs Forward Vini Dantas to Bolster Offensive Attack

Utica, N.Y. — Utica City FC is excited to announce the signing of veteran forward Vini Dantas, adding another potent weapon to the team's offense ahead of the 2024-25 Major Arena Soccer League (MASL) season. Dantas, a dynamic scorer with a championship pedigree, he brings leadership, technical skill, and an attacking prowess that will make an immediate impact on the team’s offensive strategy.

“I'm extremely excited to be joining Utica City FC. The atmosphere the fans create during game days is incredible and I cannot wait to suit up and play in front of them,” Dantas said. “I'm very thankful for the Utica staff for giving me the opportunity to do what I love and to be able to fight to bring a championship to Utica.”

Dantas joins Utica City FC after an impressive tenure with the Texas Outlaws, where he consistently demonstrated his ability to deliver under pressure. Over the course of his MASL career, he has accumulated 151 goals and 66 assists in 141 games, positioning him as one of the most consistent offensive threats in the league. He was a part of three different MASL Championship teams.

Utica City FC General Manager Tommy Tanner expressed his excitement about the addition of Dantas to the roster, stating, "Vini is a player we’ve had our eye on for some time. His ability to score from anywhere on the field, combined with his experience and leadership, makes him an invaluable asset to our team. We’re confident that Vini will help take our offensive game to the next level and excite our fans this season."

With Dantas now in the fold, Utica City FC continues to build a strong lineup for the upcoming season. Fans can look forward to seeing his debut at the Adirondack Bank Center as Utica City FC embarks in what promises to be an electrifying home opener on December 29th.

For more information and the complete 2024-25 season schedule, visit www.uticacityfc.com.