FRISCO, TEXAS – For nearly a quarter of a century, Tim Howard proudly wore his red, white and blue jersey emblazoned with the U.S. crest across the front and No. 1 across the back. His first start for the U.S. men’s national team was in 2002, and Howard says it is right up there as one of his most memorable career moments.
“Without question, that first day in Birmingham, Alabama, at Legion Field, pulling on the national team shirt and walking across the line for my first cap,” Howard said. “Playing for my country, at three World Cups, and being a part of three World Cup teams. Any little kid will tell you, that’s the most special thing you could possibly do is play for your country.”
By Tracey Reavis
Special to the AFRO