1. Benjamin Sweat was born on September 4,1991 and is an American former professional soccer player who played as a left-back.
16 Facts About Ben Sweat
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Ben Sweat still holds the record for most appearances in matches at South Florida.
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Ben Sweat has earned experience while training with Swedish top flight club Djurgardens IF Fotboll.
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Ben Sweat spent a summer in Czech Republic with SK Sigma Olomouc.
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On January 16,2014, Ben Sweat was drafted in the first round of the 2014 MLS SuperDraft by Columbus Crew.
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Ben Sweat was loaned out to Columbus Crew's USL Pro affiliate club Dayton Dutch Lions in May 2014 for a few matches.
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Ben Sweat was given his first professional start on June 25,2014, in the 5th round of the US Open Cup against Chicago Fire.
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Ben Sweat played a half against English Premier league side Crystal Palace FC on July 23,2014.
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Ben Sweat spent the 2015 and 2016 seasons with Tampa Bay, making 33 regular season appearances for the club before leaving at the conclusion of the 2016 season.
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Ben Sweat trialed with New York City FC during their 2017 pre-season, and was signed by the club on February 23,2017.
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Ben Sweat signed a multi-year contract extension with New York City FC at the end of the 2017 season after being labeled one of the top fullbacks in the league that season.
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On November 19,2019, Ben Sweat was selected by Inter Miami in the 2019 MLS Expansion Draft.
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On December 13,2020, Ben Sweat was traded to Austin FC ahead of their inaugural season.
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On March 21,2024, Ben Sweat announced his retirement from professional soccer.
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Ben Sweat was called up for the USMNT for the first time in October 2018.
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Ben Sweat played in 2 games, against Colombia and Peru.