This Is The Los Angeles Galaxy: Chris Klein

This is Part 17 in a series of players that make up the 2010 Los Angeles Galaxy.

When it comes to finding a role model for America's young soccer talent to follow, you have to consider Chris Klein as a shining example.

An accomplished veteran of Major League Soccer for more than a decade, a man of deep faith and an avid coach of the game, Klein overcame injury—not once, but twice—to cement his place as one of MLS's resilient midfielders.

Standing at a tall 1.85 meters, the No. 7's presence and ability will prove vital to the Los Angeles Galaxy's chances of lifting their third MLS Cup.

Chris Klein was born on January 4, 1976 in St. Louis, Missouri. Known for its Gateway Arch, the 1904 World's Fair and Olympic Games as well as culinary institutions like Provel cheese, St. Louis has a rich soccer tradition.

The Saint Louis University Billikens men's soccer program earned national championships in 1959, 1960, 1962, 1963, 1965, 1969,...

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