Daniel Edwards (born 6 August 1998) is a New Zealand professional footballer who last played as a defender for Preston Lions in the Australian Championship.
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Club career
Youth career
Edwards played his youth football for Hibiscus Coast, Forrest Hill Milford United and Birkenhead United before joining Hamilton Wanderers for the 2016–17 NZFC Premiership. He made one appearance, coming on as a second-half substitute against Southern United.
College career
In 2017, Edwards joined Marshall Thundering Herd as a Freshman, to study accounting, where he made 12 appearances and scored one goal. In 2018, he pent the year at Missouri State Bears making six appearances. After the 2018 season he returned to Marshall Thundering Herd but did not make any appearances.
Eastern Suburbs
After having his time in the United States cut short due to COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, Edwards returned to New Zealand and signed for Eastern Suburbs.
Port Melbourne
Edwards signed for Port Melbourne during the 2021 season.
Avondale
Edwards signed for Avondale in July 2024.
Wellington Phoenix
On 15 September 2025, Edwards signed for Wellington Phoenix. He made his professional debut on 8 November 2025, aged 27, against Auckland FC. On 29 May 2026, the Phoenix confirmed Edwards' departure from the club.
Career statistics
Club
As of match played on 23 January 2026.