History of Brad Guzan in Timeline
Brad Guzan is an American professional soccer player known for his role as a goalkeeper. He currently plays for and captains Atlanta United in Major League Soccer (MLS). Guzan has had a distinguished career, including stints in the English Premier League with Aston Villa and Middlesbrough, and has also represented the United States national team in numerous international competitions, including the World Cup and the Olympics. He is recognized for his shot-stopping abilities, leadership qualities, and experience in both domestic and international soccer.
September 9, 1984: Brad Guzan's Birth
On September 9, 1984, Bradley Edwin Guzan was born. He is an American professional soccer player who plays as a goalkeeper and captains Atlanta United in Major League Soccer.
2005: Drafted by Chivas USA
In 2005, Chivas USA drafted Guzan with the second overall pick of the MLS SuperDraft after he signed a Generation Adidas contract with Major League Soccer (MLS).
February 19, 2006: United States National Team Debut
On February 19, 2006, Guzan made his United States national team debut in a friendly 4–0 win over Guatemala.
2006: Senior Debut for United States National Team
In 2006, Guzan made his senior debut for the United States national team.
November 7, 2007: Named MLS Goalkeeper of the Year
On November 7, 2007, Brad Guzan was named MLS Goalkeeper of the Year.
2007: MLS Goalkeeper of the Year
In 2007, Brad Guzan was named the MLS Goalkeeper of the Year while playing for Chivas USA.
2007: Won CONCACAF Gold Cup
In 2007, Guzan was part of the United States national team that won the CONCACAF Gold Cup.
2007: Participated in the CONCACAF Gold Cup and Copa América
In 2007, Guzan was part of the side that won the 2007 CONCACAF Gold Cup and was called up for the 2007 Copa América in Venezuela.
January 2008: Failed move to Aston Villa
In January 2008, Aston Villa's move to sign Guzan failed.
July 11, 2008: Aston Villa Agreed Transfer Fee
On July 11, 2008, Aston Villa agreed a transfer fee with MLS and Chivas USA to sign Guzan for £600,000, or $1 million.
July 2008: Joined Aston Villa
In July 2008, Guzan joined Premier League club Aston Villa for a fee of $1 million.
August 1, 2008: Granted Work Permit
On August 1, 2008, Guzan was granted a work permit by the Home Office, allowing him to complete his move to Aston Villa and was due to be officially introduced after competing in the 2008 Summer Olympics.
September 2008: Aston Villa Debut
In September 2008, Guzan made his Aston Villa debut in the League Cup at home to Queens Park Rangers.
2008: Featured at the Olympics
In 2008, Guzan played for the United States at the Olympics.
October 27, 2009: Saved Four Penalties
On October 27, 2009, Guzan saved four penalties in one match for Aston Villa against Sunderland in the League Cup, though he was later replaced in goal for the final.
2009: Featured at the FIFA Confederations Cup
In 2009, Guzan played for the United States at the FIFA Confederations Cup.
2009: Peace Cup Success
In 2009, Guzan played in every game that Aston Villa won during their success in the Peace Cup, including a penalty shootout in the final against Juventus where he saved two attempts.
2010: Unused at FIFA World Cup
In 2010, Guzan was unused at the FIFA World Cup.
2010: Comparison to Andy Marshall's Situation
In 2010, Guzan's situation was compared to that of fellow Aston Villa goalkeeper Andy Marshall.
December 31, 2010: Loaned to Hull City
On December 31, 2010, Guzan was loaned to Football League Championship side Hull City on a one-month loan deal.
April 9, 2011: Last Game for Hull City
On April 9, 2011, Guzan's last game for Hull City came in a 1–2 win away at Watford, after which he returned to Aston Villa.
December 3, 2011: Premier League Appearance
On December 3, 2011, Guzan made his second Premier League appearance for Aston Villa, coming on for the injured Shay Given against Manchester United and retained his place due to Given's injury.
2011: Played for Hull City
In 2011, Guzan played for Hull City in the Football League Championship, keeping his first clean sheet for the club against Barnsley.
May 2012: Came on as a substitute
In May 2012, Guzan came on as a substitute for Tim Howard near the end of a 5–1 friendly win over Scotland.
June 2012: Released by Aston Villa
In June 2012, Guzan was released by Aston Villa at the end of his contract.
July 16, 2012: Rejoined Aston Villa
On July 16, 2012, Guzan was included in Aston Villa's squad for their tour of the United States and confirmed he had renewed his contract and rejoined the club.
2012: Return for Aston Villa
In 2012, Guzan made his return for Aston Villa against Newcastle United and kept Villa's first clean sheet of the season against Swansea City, securing his place in the starting lineup.
July 6, 2013: Signed Four-Year Contract Extension
On July 6, 2013, Guzan was rewarded for his play and signed a four-year contract extension with Aston Villa.
July 18, 2013: Hoped to give Aston Villa the best years of his career
On July 18, 2013, Guzan stated that he hoped to give Aston Villa the best years of his career and said that signing a new contract was a "no-brainer."
September 28, 2013: Earned an Assist
On September 28, 2013, Guzan earned an assist on an Andreas Weimann goal in a 3–2 win over Manchester City, with his distribution technique praised by Paul Lambert.
2014: Played for Aston Villa
During the 2014-15 season, Brad Guzan played for Aston Villa.
2014: First-Choice Goalkeeper
In 2014, Guzan was first-choice goalkeeper for the United States after Tim Howard took an international sabbatical.
April 25, 2015: Dropped After Error
On April 25, 2015, Guzan was dropped by Aston Villa manager Tim Sherwood after an error against Manchester City, with Shay Given taking his place.
2015: Golden Glove
In 2015, at the CONCACAF Gold Cup, Guzan won the Golden Glove.
July 29, 2016: Signed with Middlesbrough
On July 29, 2016, Guzan signed a two-year contract with newly promoted Premier League club Middlesbrough after Aston Villa were relegated.
2016: Played for Middlesbrough
During the 2016-17 Premier League season, Brad Guzan played for Middlesbrough.
2016: Copa América Centenario
In 2016, Guzan played in the Copa América Centenario, reaching the semi-finals.
January 26, 2017: Signed with Atlanta United
On January 26, 2017, Guzan signed a contract with recently formed MLS team Atlanta United, returning to the United States.
June 10, 2017: Left Middlesbrough
On June 10, 2017, Guzan officially left Middlesbrough.
2017: Won CONCACAF Gold Cup
In 2017, Guzan was in the American side that won the CONCACAF Gold Cup, playing the first two group games.
2018: Won MLS Cup with Atlanta United
In 2018, Guzan won the MLS Cup with Atlanta United after a 2–0 victory over the Portland Timbers.
2021: Won CONCACAF Gold Cup
In 2021, Guzan was part of the United States national team that won the CONCACAF Gold Cup.
October 14, 2025: Announced Retirement
On October 14, 2025, Brad Guzan announced his retirement from professional soccer at the end of the 2025 Major League Soccer season.
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