Eddie Gaven
Soccer player, MLS Champion and All-Star
Born
October 25th, 1986
39 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played professional soccer primarily as a midfielder. Started career with the New York/New Jersey MetroStars and later joined Columbus Crew. Achieved notable success in Major League Soccer, contributing to team victories. Played a significant role in Columbus Crew's 2008 MLS Cup win and earned multiple selections to the MLS All-Star team during career.
Won the 2008 MLS Cup with Columbus Crew
Selected as an MLS All-Star in 2005 and 2008
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