Jeffrey Adam Larentowicz is an American former soccer player.
17 Facts About Jeff Larentowicz
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Jeff Larentowicz was a starting midfielder on the Colorado Rapids' 2010 MLS Cup Championship team, and a starting defender for Atlanta United's 2018 Cup-winning side.
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Jeff Larentowicz captained the FC Delco Arsenal to two USYSA National Championships in 2002 and 2003.
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Jeff Larentowicz was selected in the fourth round, 45th overall in the 2005 MLS Supplemental Draft by New England Revolution.
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Jeff Larentowicz spent his first season on the bench, playing only one minute with the first team all year.
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However, in 2006 Jeff Larentowicz came into more playing time through injuries, starting 19 games and appearing in a further seven.
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Jeff Larentowicz scored his first-ever MLS goal on August 27,2006 at a home game against the Columbus Crew.
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Jeff Larentowicz acquired Ginja Ninja after scoring an acrobatic goal against Chicago Fire on May 6,2007.
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On January 16,2013, Jeff Larentowicz was traded with a second-round 2013 MLS SuperDraft pick to Chicago Fire in exchange for a first-round selection in the 2013 SuperDraft, allocation money, and a 2013 international roster slot.
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Jeff Larentowicz was always entrusted with the captaincy in the absence of Logan Pause in the Fire's starting 11.
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Jeff Larentowicz became the full-time captain of the Fire after Pause's retirement in 2014.
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Jeff Larentowicz became a free agent and signed with LA Galaxy on January 6,2016.
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Jeff Larentowicz signed as a free agent with Atlanta United in December 2016, and began play with the team in their inaugural 2017 season.
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In December 2017, Jeff Larentowicz re-signed again with Atlanta United for the 2018 season.
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Jeff Larentowicz announced his retirement from professional soccer on April 5,2021.
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On December 22,2010, Jeff Larentowicz received his first call up to train with the senior US national team.
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Jeff Larentowicz made his international debut a month later in a friendly match against Chile.