David Yelldell

Professional soccer player and goalkeeper

David Yelldell - Professional soccer player and goalkeeper
Born

October 1st, 1981
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A German-American soccer player, career spanned over a decade with a focus on goalkeeping. Played for clubs in Germany and the United States, including stints at Bayer Leverkusen and FC St. Pauli. Achieved success in the lower leagues of American soccer with the Charleston Battery. Represented the United States at the youth international level, highlighting contributions to both American and German soccer.

Played for Bayer Leverkusen

Competed with Charleston Battery

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