Julian Green
Soccer player, 2014 FIFA World Cup member
Born
June 6th, 1995
30 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional soccer player specializes in forward play. Debuted with Bayern Munich in 2013, contributing to the team during the Bundesliga season. Gained international attention at the 2014 FIFA World Cup, scoring a goal against Portugal, making him one of the youngest Americans to score in World Cup history. Competed in Major League Soccer (MLS) with FC Cincinnati and later played in Europe with clubs in Germany. Represented the United States in various international tournaments.
Scored for the United States in the 2014 FIFA World Cup
Won the Bundesliga with Bayern Munich
Played for FC Cincinnati in MLS
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