This is a Maryland Minute, a short story followed by a roundup of Terps-related news.
Maryland men’s soccer added forward Cristiano Fitzgerald, a 20-year-old who was playing in Liga Portugal, the top level of Portuguese soccer, head coach Sasho Cirovski announced Tuesday.
Fitzgerald has played for two Liga Portugal clubs in two seasons and is yet to score a goal. He was born in Singapore and spent time with youth clubs in Portugal and California. Being of Irish descent, he suited up for Ireland’s U19 international team in 2021.
Cirovski said Fitzgerald can add creativity to Maryland’s wing attack at the Terps’ fall sports media day Tuesday.
Fitzgerald is named after legendary Portuguese forward Cristiano Ronaldo.
Breaking news on the Maryland men’s soccer front: Head Coach Sasho Cirovski just announced the team has added Irish international Cristiano Fitzgerald to the roster. Cirovski said he expects Fitzgerald to add some creativity on the wings. pic.twitter.com/IGVPvuRoiF
— Max Schaeffer (@MaxSchaeffer_) August 27, 2024
In other news
Matt Germack and Ryan Alonardo broke down every game on Maryland football’s 2024 schedule.
Maryland wrestling announced its Big Ten slate for the 2024-25 season.
Wrestling season will be here before you know it!
Our B1G opponents for the upcoming season are set!#TurtlePower x #TFIN pic.twitter.com/rYqaTZp1Vh
— Maryland Wrestling (@TerpsWrestling) August 27, 2024
Former Maryland football safety Beau Brade officially made the Ravens’ 53-man roster after signing with the team this offseason as an undrafted free agent.
Beau Brade, you’re a Raven pic.twitter.com/ClX4ZqSciv
— Maryland Football (@TerpsFootball) August 28, 2024
Maryland football announced the team captains for its season opener against UConn this upcoming Sunday.
Saturday’s Captains:@robertosmity13, @r_h3mby, @rubenknows1 pic.twitter.com/YmMqgYs6z6
— Maryland Football (@TerpsFootball) August 27, 2024