Ryan Nelsen
Soccer player and coach with coaching role
Born
October 18th, 1977
47 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
New Zealand
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This individual was a professional soccer player who primarily played as a central defender. Career included playing for clubs such as the Wellington Phoenix, D.C. United, and Blackburn Rovers in the English Premier League. After retiring, transitioned into coaching, serving as head coach for the Toronto FC and later the U17 New Zealand national team. The individual represented New Zealand in international competitions, including the FIFA World Cup.
Played for the New Zealand national team
Coached Toronto FC in Major League Soccer
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