Liam Shiloh Naeem Butts (born February 20, 2001) is a professional footballer who plays as a forward for Loudoun United FC in the USL Championship on loan from MLS Next Pro club Atlanta United 2. Born in the United States, Butts plays for the Guyana national team.
Club career Born in Lawrenceville, Georgia, Butts began his career with the Atlanta United youth academy before joining Pennsylvania State University. He was selected by the San Jose Earthquakes in the 2023 MLS SuperDraft, with the fourth pick in the second round (33rd overall). Failing to earn a contract with the Earthquakes, he returned to Penn State for a 5th season.
New England Revolution II Butts signed with MLS Next Pro side New England Revolution II on February 21, 2024. On August 25, 2025, he was named MLS Next Pro Player of the Matchweek., after scoring twice in a 3-1 victory.
Penn State University Butts played for Pennsylvania State University from 2019 to 2023.
Atlanta United 2 On December 17, 2025, Butts signed with MLS Next Pro side Atlanta United 2.
Loudoun United FC In September 2026, Butts was loaned from Atlanta United 2 to Loudoun United FC for the remainder of the USL Championship season.
International career
Guyana In March 2025, Butts was included in the Guyana squad for two 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup preliminary matches against Guatemala.
Career statistics
+ Appearances and goals by club, season and competitionClubSeasonLeagueNational cupOtherTotalDivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsNew England Revolution II 2024MLS Next Pro115————1152025MLS Next Pro1911————1911Total301600003016Career total301600003016
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