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Sounders star forward and U.S. soccer legend Clint Dempsey
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Clint Dempsey is honored at CenturyLink Field following retirement
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USMNT, MLS Legend Clint Dempsey Announces Retirement at Age
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Seattle Sounders' Clint Dempsey announces immediate retirement
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History of Seattle Sounders FC - Wikipedia
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US football star Clint Dempsey announces retirement
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Clint Dempsey: Former USMNT captain announces retirement
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MLS opening weekend: Minnesota and Atlanta debut as Clint Dempsey
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Sticking to form, Clint Dempsey keeps his Sounders retirement
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Chad Marshall retires from Seattle Sounders soccer
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Clint Dempsey retires: USA, Sounders star ends his storied career