Ryan De Vries
Ryan De Vries is a professional footballer from New Zealand who plays as a forward.
He began his professional career with Waitakere United in 2010.
In 2013, De Vries transferred to Auckland City FC, where he achieved significant success.
Biography
Early Life
Ryan Keith De Vries was born in Cape Town, South Africa, and has made a significant mark in the world of football as a forward. His journey in the sport began in New Zealand, where he made his debut for Waitakere United in the 2009–10 New Zealand Football Championship.
Club Career
De Vries's career took off when he transferred to Auckland City FC in 2013, where he enjoyed remarkable success, winning the New Zealand Football Championship in each of his first six seasons. A highlight of his time at Auckland came on 18 May 2014, when he scored an equalizer in the OFC Champions League Final, helping his team secure a 2–1 victory over Amicale of Vanuatu. His contributions were pivotal in making Auckland City the first Oceanian team to finish third at the FIFA Club World Cup later that year.
After stints with FC Gifu in Japan and Sligo Rovers in Ireland, where he scored three goals in his debut season, De Vries returned to Auckland City FC in 2022. He marked his comeback with a stellar performance, scoring two goals in a friendly match against West Coast Rangers.
International Career
De Vries's international career began when New Zealand Football approached FIFA in 2011 regarding his eligibility to play for New Zealand. He made his debut for the national team on 31 March 2015 in a friendly against South Korea, showcasing his talent on an international stage.
Legacy
Throughout his career, De Vries has accumulated numerous honors, including multiple championships with both Waitakere United and Auckland City FC, solidifying his status as a prominent figure in New Zealand football.
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Career & Clubs
New Zealand Football initially approached FIFA in 2011 to establish whether De Vries was eligible to play for New Zealand, which he was not at the time. On 8 March 2015, he was called into the New Zealand national football team to play a friendly against South Korea by coach Anthony Hudson. He made his debut in the match in Seoul on 31 March, being substituted at half time for Tyler Boyd in a 0–1 defeat.
Born in Cape Town, South Africa, De Vries made his debut for Waitakere United in the 2009–10 New Zealand Football Championship and transferred to Auckland City in 2013. He won the New Zealand Football Championship in each of his first six seasons. On 18 May 2014, in the OFC Champions League Final second leg, De Vries equalised as Auckland came from behind to defeat Amicale of Vanuatu 2–1, 3–2 on aggregate. In December of that year, he helped his team become the first Oceanian side to come third at the FIFA Club World Cup, putting the team in front in an eventual 1–1 draw with Mexico's Cruz Azul before a penalty shootout victory. On 17 January 2018, De Vries signed a one-year deal to play for FC Gifu in Japan. On 25 February 2020, De Vries signed for League of Ireland Premier Division side Sligo Rovers. De Vries scored three goals during his debut season in Ireland helping Sligo Rovers secure a top four finish. In December 2020 he signed a new contract for the 2021 season. In 2022 De Vries returned to New Zealand Football with Auckland City making his comeback in a 4–0 friendly win over West Coast Rangers scoring two goals in the first half.
- Club
- Waitakere United (2010–2013)
- Club
- Auckland City FC (2013–2014)
- Club
- Bentleigh Greens (2014–2014)
- Club
- Auckland City FC (2014–2015)
- Club
- Bentleigh Greens (2015–2015)
- Club
- Auckland City FC (2015–2017)
- Club
- New Zealand men's national football team (2015–2015)
- Club
- Sligo Rovers F.C. (2020–2021)
- Club
- FC Gifu (2018–2020)
- Club
- Auckland City FC (2022–)
Legacy
Waitakere United
New Zealand Football Championship: 2009–10, 2010–11, 2011–12, 2012–13 Charity Cup: 2012 Auckland City
NZ Football League: 2013-14, 2014-15, 2022, 2024, 2025 Chatham Cup: 2022 Charity Cup: 2013, 2015, 2016 Premiers of NZFC: 2013–14, 2014–15, 2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18 Northern League: 2022, 2023, 2024 OFC Champions League: 2013–14, 2014–15, 2016, 2017, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 OFC President's Cup: 2014
Clubs
- Auckland City FC2022current
- Waitakere United2010–2013
- Auckland City FC2013–2014
- Auckland City FC2014–2015
- Bentleigh Greens2014–2014
- Auckland City FC2015–2017
- Bentleigh Greens2015–2015
- New Zealand men's national football team2015–2015
- FC Gifu2018–2020
- Sligo Rovers F.C.2020–2021
Played together with
- Aaron ScottWaitakere United · 2008–2014
- Adam DickinsonAuckland City FC · 2009–2010
- Adam DickinsonAuckland City FC · 2010
Adam HughesSligo Rovers F.C. · 2006–2007- Adam McGeorgeAuckland City FC · 2008–2012
- Adam McGeorgeAuckland City FC · 2015
- Adam McGeorgeWaitakere United · 2014–2014
- Adam MitchellAuckland City FC · 2019
- Adam ThomasAuckland City FC · 2009–2011
- Adaílson Pereira CoelhoFC Gifu · 2012–2012
- Adriano PimentaWaitakere United · 2008–2008
- Akihiro NodaFC Gifu · 2011–2012
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Identifiers & aliases
Ryan Keith De Vries is a professional footballer who plays as a forward for Northern League club Auckland City. Born in South Africa, he represents the New Zealand national team.
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