Play Video Tim Howard returns home to NJ one last time, with legacy on his mind

https://www.mlssoccer.com/post/2019/08/29/tim-howard-returns-home-nj-one-last-time-legacy-his-mind

Perhaps the greatest keeper the United States has produced, Howard is calling time on his illustrious career.

He made 399 Premier League appearances and another 182 so far in MLS. He won MLS Goalkeeper of the Year in 2001, earned a PFA Premier League Team of the Year place in 2003-04, took U.S. Soccer Athlete of the Year honors twice and Concacaf's Men's Goalkeeper of the Year three times.

Internationally, Howard won two Gold Cups and appeared in two World Cups across 121 caps. He owns the record for most saves in a World Cup game, with 16 memorable stops against Belgium in the 2014 World Cup round of 16.

A career saturated with accolades, highlights and memories all ends soon. And Howard insists it's time.

“I was ready for this season to come, it’s been on my radar for three or four years," he said. "When you think about it vs. actually the time coming, it’s different. I’m ready for it. That’s why I made the decision. It’s going to be bittersweet, but way more sweet than bitter. I’m thankful for the good fortune to play professional for 22 years, starting in 1997 with the NJ Imperials. I’m a lucky boy.”
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