Alecko Eskandarian

Soccer player and manager with MLS titles

Alecko Eskandarian - Soccer player and manager with MLS titles
Born

July 9th, 1982
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Born in 1982, a soccer player and manager made notable contributions to the sport. Played as a forward and had a successful career in Major League Soccer (MLS). Achieved recognition while playing for D.C. United, where he earned multiple championships. Transitioned into coaching after retirement, contributing to youth development and professional teams.

Won two MLS Cup titles with D.C. United

Scored in MLS Cup final

Served as an assistant coach in college soccer

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