Tim Howard, the goalkeeper for Everton, recently had the opportunity to meet Hollywood action star Jason Statham on the US talk show Good Morning America. The meeting seemed to have left a lasting impression on Howard, as he took to Instagram to share a photo of himself with Statham, describing him as a “bad dude”.
Howard, who gained fame during the 2014 World Cup when he made an impressive 15 saves in a match against Belgium, also revealed his readiness to return to international duty. Despite the disappointment of the loss, Howard’s performance in the tournament earned him widespread recognition and praise.
Tim Howard shared a snapshot on his Instagram account of his encounter with renowned British actor, Jason Statham.
The goalkeeper of Everton has declared his readiness to resume his international football career by representing the United States.
Howard and Statham address enthusiastic audiences outside the television studio located in the bustling city of New York.
The goalkeeper, who is currently 36 years old, has recently published his autobiography recounting his journey of overcoming challenges to achieve his lifelong dream. The former player for Manchester United had initially mentioned his intention to take a break from the sport after a tournament, but he now reveals his desire to make a comeback in time for the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro next summer. In a relaxed interview on the ABC breakfast show, he shared, “I decided to take a year off to prioritize spending quality time with my family, and it has been a positive experience. Hopefully, by September, I will be welcomed back into the team.” During the interview, Howard also took the opportunity to promote his newly released autobiography, titled The Keeper, in which he bravely shares his personal story of triumph against all odds, including being raised by a remarkable single mother, to ultimately become one of the most celebrated goalkeepers in the sport.
During his tenure at Everton, Howard has established himself as one of the most outstanding goalkeepers in the history of the Premier League.
In the 2014 World Cup, the number one goalkeeper for the US team set a new record by making an impressive 15 saves, even though his team ended up being defeated by Belgium. Reflecting on the recent scandal that has surrounded FIFA, particularly highlighted by the resignation of President Sepp Blatter, the goalkeeper expressed his desire for fairness within the organization. He acknowledged FIFA’s commitment to fair play and expressed hope that the ongoing issues would be resolved and the necessary changes would be implemented. According to him, it is unfortunate that such events transpire, but sometimes they are necessary in order to bring about the much-needed changes.