Preki

Soccer player and coach, MLS champion

Preki - Soccer player and coach, MLS champion
Born

June 24th, 1963
61 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A Serbian-American soccer player and coach, this individual played as an attacking midfielder. The professional playing career spanned from 1985 to 2002, featuring legendary stints with teams like the Kansas City Wizards and the Miami Fusion in Major League Soccer (MLS). Achievements included winning the MLS Cup in 2000 and being awarded the MLS MVP in 1997. Transitioned into coaching after retirement, leading teams such as Chivas USA and Sacramento Republic FC.

Won the MLS Cup with Kansas City Wizards in 2000

MLS MVP award recipient in 1997

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