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Futbol in América: Dallas Cup's vital role in growing U.S. youth soccer

Editor's note: This has been translated from its original form on ESPN Deportes as part of its 'Futbol in America' series.

DALLAS, Tex. -- When it comes to future talent, the Dallas Cup has been one of the most important youth soccer tournaments. Established in 1980, the tournament has hosted some notable U-13 to U-19 players that later went on to play professionally in some of the world's biggest leagues.

Raul Gonzalez, Wayne Rooney, Peter Crouch, Michael Owen, Keylor Navas, David Beckham, Landon Donovan, Andrea Pirlo, Rafael Marquez, Andres Guardado, Javier "Chicharito" Hernández, Giovani and Jonathan Dos Santos, Ronaldinho, Diego, Juninho, Lucas, Maicon, Robinho, Ramiro and Rogelio Funes Mori are some of the stars who have competed.