David Roth (soccer)
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| David Roth | ||
| Personal information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Full name | David Roth | |
| Date of birth | December 4, 1985 | |
| Place of birth | St. Louis, Missouri, United States | |
| Height | 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m) | |
| Playing position | Midfielder | |
| Club information | ||
| Current club | Red Bull New York | |
| Number | 5 | |
| Youth clubs | ||
| 2004-2007 | Northwestern University | |
| Senior clubs1 | ||
| Years | Club | App (Gls)* |
| 2006-07 2008- |
Chicago Fire Premier Red Bull New York |
19 (6) 0 (0) |
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1 Senior club appearances and goals |
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David Roth (born December 4, 1985 in St. Louis, Missouri) is an American soccer midfielder who currently plays for Red Bull New York of the Major League Soccer.
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[edit] Youth Career
Roth played college soccer for Northwestern University from 2004 to 2007. During his career there he played 83 games and scored 19 goals and 32 assists. Roth was a Big 10 First Team member in 2006 and 2007 and a NSCAA All-American Second Team member in 2007. Roth was also a NSCAA All-Great Lakes Region First Team member in 2006 and 2007.[1]
[edit] Club Career
Roth was drafted by the New York Red Bulls with the 44th overall pick (4th round) in the 2008 MLS SuperDraft.[2][3] He injured his left knee on February 15, 2008 in a scrimmage against Hammarby IF. Roth had successful knee surgery six days later and is expected to return in 3-4 months.[4]
Roth has already become a fan favorite even though he has yet to take the field. Roth played the drums with the Empire Supporters Club on April 27, 2008.
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