One of the most dynamic talents to come out of the US game, Dempsey is renowned for his creative attacking instincts and bravery in the air. The Texan scored seven goals in his first season with New England Revolution and was named ‘MLS Rookie of the Year’ for 2004.
In his second season he scored 10 goals and recorded nine assists. He also played against Fulham in the MLS All-Star game, setting up the winning goal.
He was named the Honda Player of the Year for 2006, beating competition from Kasey Keller and Brian McBride in a poll of sportswriters. During the World Cup in 2006, Dempsey started two of the three US games and scored the team's only goal in the tournament.
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