Danny Califf

American soccer player and defender

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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