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Quote by Freddy Adu

“If they asked me, I would have to say no. I made up my mind to play for the United States some day and I'm sticking to it. (on playing for Ghana)”

Quote by Freddy Adu

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Freddy Adu, born on June 2, 1989, is a former professional soccer player from Ghana. He was widely regarded as a football prodigy and became one of the youngest players in the history of the MLS when he joined the Washington D.C. United at the age of 14. Adu's career was marked by ups and downs, including brief spells in European clubs before his eventual retirement due to injuries and issues with form. more

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