Edson Buddle
Soccer player and MLS star

Born
May 21st, 1981
43 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional soccer player who primarily played as a forward, achieved recognition in Major League Soccer. Played for several teams including the Los Angeles Galaxy, with whom won the MLS Cup in 2012. Competed for the United States national team and participated in the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
Won MLS Cup with Los Angeles Galaxy in 2012
Scored 17 goals in the 2010 MLS season
Represented the U.S. national team at the 2010 FIFA World Cup
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