Stefan Cleveland


Stefan Cleveland is an American professional soccer player who plays as a goalkeeper for Seattle Sounders FC in Major League Soccer.

Early life

Cleveland was born in Dayton, Ohio, and attended The Miami Valley School.

Career

College and amateur

Cleveland spent four years at Dartmouth College playing college soccer before transferring to the University of Louisville for his senior season.
In 2015, Cleveland appeared for Premier Development League side Dayton Dutch Lions.

Professional

On January 13, 2017, Cleveland was drafted in the second round as the 26th overall pick in the 2017 MLS SuperDraft by Chicago Fire. He signed with the club on January 30, 2017.
He made his professional debut on May 27, 2017, whilst on loan with Chicago's United Soccer League affiliate Tulsa Roughnecks during a 3-1 win over Portland Timbers 2. He made his MLS debut on August 4, 2018, starting in a 2-1 loss to Real Salt Lake, making 8 saves and allowing 2 goals.
Cleveland was acquired by Seattle Sounders FC on November 26, 2019.