Cory Gibbs

Soccer player with U.S. National Team

Cory Gibbs - Soccer player with U.S. National Team
Born

January 14th, 1980
45 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Professional soccer player participated in Major League Soccer (MLS) and represented the United States National Team. Played as a defender with several MLS teams including the Chicago Fire, New England Revolution, and FC Dallas. Competed in prestigious international tournaments, including the FIFA World Cup. Career included a tenure in Europe with clubs such as FC St. Pauli in Germany. Gibbs was recognized for defensive skills and contributions to the teams and National Team.

Played in the 2006 FIFA World Cup

Competed in Major League Soccer

Played for FC St. Pauli in Germany

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