Charles Desmond Davies

Charlie Davies is an American former professional soccer player and television analyst who represented the United States men’s national team. After retiring from professional soccer in 2017, he developed a broadcasting career with CBS Sports, becoming an analyst for Concacaf and Serie A coverage and a lead voice on Morning Footy. Davies also co-hosts Kickin’ It, a CBS Sports Golazo Network interview program featuring prominent soccer personalities.

Overview

Charles Desmond Davies's Profile

Charlie Davies was born on June 25, 1986, in Manchester, New Hampshire. He played college soccer at Boston College, where he earned first-team All-American honors in 2006 and was named ACC Offensive Player of the Year. Davies began his professional career with Sweden’s Hammarby IF in 2007 before later playing for Sochaux, Randers, D.C. United, New England Revolution, and Philadelphia Union.

Davies earned 17 senior caps for the United States and scored four international goals. He was part of the U.S. squad at the 2009 FIFA Confederations Cup and represented the country at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. A serious car accident in October 2009 led to major injuries and interrupted his career. However, he eventually returned to professional soccer and was a finalist for MLS Comeback Player of the Year in 2011 and 2014.

After retiring in 2017, Davies moved into soccer broadcasting. He became a regular CBS Sports analyst and currently contributes to Concacaf, Serie A, and Morning Footy, which CBS describes as a weekday show led by Davies, Nico Cantor, and Alexis Guerreros. Davies also serves as a co-host on  Kickin’ It, an interview program launched on CBS Sports Golazo Network in 2023,  alongside Kate Scott, Charlie Davis, Clint Dempsey, and Maurice Edu.

Quick Facts

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Years Active

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Awards Won

TV Shows​

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Networks

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Personal Life

Family, relationships and background

  • Marriage Nina Davies from 2012 to (The two met in a freshman theology class at Boston College)
  • Rhys Davies, a biological child with Nina Davies , born in 2016
  • Dakota Davies, a biological child with Nina Davies , born in 2016

Education

Educational background and qualifications

  • Brooks School (North Andover, Massachusetts)
  • Attended Boston College (2004–2006); left without graduating after his junior season to sign a professional contract with Hammarby IF

Net Worth & Income

Income sources, net worth, and properties.

  • Primary income from his CBS Sports analyst role, New England Revolution broadcast work, and The Athletic contributor role.
  • Prior income earned from his professional soccer career.
  • Earnings from his role as a Nike brand ambassador.
  • Additional income from Public speaking engagements booked through the Harry Walker Agency.

Awards

Awards & recognition

  • NSCAA All-American — First Team, Boston College (2006)
  • ACC Offensive Player of the Year — Winner, Boston College (2006)
  • MLS Comeback Player of the Year — Finalist, D.C. United (2011)
  • MLS Comeback Player of the Year — Finalist, New England Revolution (2014)