Benny Feilhaber

Soccer player and 2017 MLS Cup champion

Benny Feilhaber - Soccer player and 2017 MLS Cup champion
Born

January 19th, 1985
40 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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An American soccer player, professional career began in 2005. Played for teams such as the Los Angeles Galaxy, New England Revolution, and Sporting Kansas City. Contributed significantly to Sporting Kansas City's 2017 MLS Cup victory. Represented the United States national team, earning over 40 caps and participating in the 2008 Summer Olympics.

Won the MLS Cup with Sporting Kansas City in 2017

Competed in the 2008 Summer Olympics

Earned over 40 caps for the US national team

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