Frankie Amaya

American soccer player for FC Cincinnati

Frankie Amaya - American soccer player for FC Cincinnati
Born

September 26th, 2000
24 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Born in 2000, this professional soccer player began his career in the Major League Soccer (MLS). Played for FC Cincinnati, contributing to the team's performance in the league. Developed through the youth ranks, gained valuable experience before transitioning to the professional level. Known for skillful midfield play and tactical awareness, has shown potential for growth in the competitive landscape of American soccer.

Played for FC Cincinnati in MLS

Selected in the first round of the 2019 MLS SuperDraft

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