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Daniel Matthias Kaiser (born May 3, 2000) is a Canadian professional soccer player who plays for Nautsa’mawt FC in League1 British Columbia.
Early life
Kaiser began playing youth soccer at age four with Calgary NSD SC. Afterwards, he played with Calgary Foothills FC, before joining the Vancouver Whitecaps Academy in August 2016.
University career
In 2018, Kaiser began attending the University of British Columbia where he played for the men's soccer team. After his rookie season, he was named to the Canada West All-Rookie Team. In 2022, he won a silver medal in the U Sports national championship, scoring in the final, as UBC were defeated in a penalty shootout by the TRU Wolfpack.
Club career
In the summer of 2019, he played in USL League Two with his former youth club Calgary Foothills, making six appearances.
In June 2021, he signed a U Sports Development contract with Cavalry FC. He made his debut on June 27, 2021, in a 2–1 win over York United.
In 2022, he joined League1 British Columbia side Varsity FC (later renamed Nautsa’mawt FC in 2023).
International career
In April 2015, he participated in an identification camp with the Canada U15 team.
Personal
He is the older brother of fellow soccer player Markus Kaiser.