Danny Califf
American soccer player and defender
Born
March 17th, 1980
45 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional soccer player, played primarily as a defender. Developed a career in Major League Soccer, including significant time with the Los Angeles Galaxy and Chivas USA. Also appeared in the Danish Superliga with Aalborg BK. Represented the United States in international play, notably participating in the 2004 CONCACAF Gold Cup.
Played for Los Angeles Galaxy
Played for Chivas USA
Competed in the 2004 CONCACAF Gold Cup
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