| 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 | ||
| Youth career | |||
| 2004-2007 | Northwestern University | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 2006-2007 | Chicago Fire Premier | 19 | (6) |
| 2008-2009 | New York Red Bulls | 0 | (0) |
| * Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only and correct as of 4 June 2008. † Appearances (Goals). |
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David Roth (born December 4, 1985, St. Louis, Missouri), a former American soccer midfielder.
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]
Roth was drafted by 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 was out 3–4 months.[4]
Roth become a fan favorite even before he took to the field. Roth played the drums with the Empire Supporters Club on April 27, 2008.
He made his professional debut on 1 July 2008, in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup against Crystal Palace USA, coming on as a 63rd minute substitution.[5] That was the only game Roth played for New York. The club released him in February 2009.
He trained many youth soccer teams in NJ.