Aiden O'Neill

Analysis: O'Neill constantly sent crosses into the box, but he wasn't particularly accurate. The central midfielder started and went the full 90 in every game for the Socceroos, tallying five chances created, two shots off target, 10 crosses, six tackles and eight clearances. He should remain a key starter in New York City's midfield in the second half of the 2026 MLS season.

Jun 26, 2026

Reliable midfield outing

O'Neill recorded one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Thursday's 0-0 draw against Paraguay.

Analysis: O'Neill kept things simple going forward but impressed defensively with four tackles (two won), and was comfortable in possession with 45 accurate passes and two chances created. He added his first shot of the tournament from distance as well. The midfielder has started all three games so far and has put together five tackles, two interceptions, seven clearances and one block defensively, though the attacking return has been minimal with three chances created, one shot and five crosses.