CONCACAF Gold Cup
1×
2025
#18
Max Arfsten is a defender from USA who plays for Middlesbrough, wearing shirt number 18. This season he has scored 5 goals and provided 6 assists in 32 appearances. Born in 2001, he stands 1.85 m tall.
Player information
Full name
Maximilian Arfsten
Known as
M. Arfsten
Position
Defender
Team
Middlesbrough
Nationality
USA
Date of birth
19 April 2001
Age
25 years
Height
1.85 m
Weight
78 kg
Shirt number
18
Season statistics
32
Matches
5
Goals
6
Assists
5
Yellow cards
0
Red cards
Recent matches · last 5
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W
L
W
W
Trophy cabinet · 1 won
Honours and individual awards
Max Arfsten has won 2 individual honours across 1 different award.
Other honours
- MLS All-Star 2× 2025, 2026
Clubs and national teams · 2
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United States National team
The career of Max Arfsten so far
Max Arfsten's career began at San Jose Earthquakes II. He moved to Columbus Crew in 2022 and then to Middlesbrough in 2026 for €6.5m. He has won 4 trophies, including CONCACAF Gold Cup. He currently plays for Middlesbrough, with 5 goals in 32 appearances this season.
Career history · 2 transfers
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2026
Columbus Crew Middlesbrough
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2022
San Jose Earthquakes II Columbus Crew
Frequently asked questions about Max Arfsten
What team does Max Arfsten play for?
Max Arfsten plays for Middlesbrough.
What position does Max Arfsten play?
Max Arfsten plays as a defender, usually as a left wing.
How old is Max Arfsten?
Max Arfsten is 25 years old, born on 19 April 2001.
How tall is Max Arfsten?
Max Arfsten is 1.85 m (6′1″) tall.
How many goals has Max Arfsten scored this season?
Max Arfsten has scored 5 goals in 32 appearances this season.
Where is Max Arfsten from?
Max Arfsten is from USA.
Which teams has Max Arfsten played for?
Max Arfsten has played for San Jose Earthquakes II, Columbus Crew and Middlesbrough.
What shirt number does Max Arfsten wear?
Max Arfsten wears shirt number 18 for Middlesbrough.
When did Max Arfsten join Middlesbrough?
Max Arfsten joined Middlesbrough from Columbus Crew on 4 August 2026 for a fee of €6.5m.