Donovan named Golden Ball winner

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CHICAGO – Landon Donovan of the United States was named the winner of the 2013 CONCACAF Gold Cup’s Golden Ball as the tournament’s most outstanding player. The announcement was made Sunday after the Americans defeated Panama 1-0 in the final at Soldier Field.

It was the first time that Donovan won the honor after six attempts and four Gold Cup titles.

The LA Galaxy star finished the competition with five goals and seven assists. He shared the Golden Boot award with team mate Chris Wondolowski and Panama’s Gabriel Torres.

CONCACAF Golden Ball

Previous Winners

1991

Tony Meola, United States (Goalkeeper)

1993

Ramon Ramírez, Mexico (Midfielder)

1996

Raúl Rodrigo Lara, Mexico (Midfielder)

1998

Kasey Keller, United States (Goalkeeper)

2000

Craig Forrest, Canada (Goalkeeper)