History of Matt Freese in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: June 15, 2025

Matthew Andrew Geary Freese is an American professional soccer goalkeeper. He currently plays for New York City FC in Major League Soccer and represents the United States national team. His career is focused on professional soccer, specifically as a goalkeeper in a major league and on the national stage.

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September 2, 1998: Matthew Freese's Birth

On September 2, 1998, Matthew Andrew Geary Freese was born. He is now an American professional soccer player.

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December 21, 2018: Freese joins Philadelphia Union

On December 21, 2018, Freese announced that he would leave Harvard early to join Major League Soccer club Philadelphia Union at the beginning of their 2019 season.

April 19, 2019: Professional Debut

On April 19, 2019, Freese made his professional debut, substituting for Andre Blake in a 3–0 victory against the Montreal Impact.

November 8, 2020: Freese wins Supporters' Shield

On November 8, 2020, Freese made his lone start of the 2020 season. He kept a clean sheet as the Union clinched the Supporters' Shield, their first trophy.

March 2021: Named to U-23 Olympic Qualifying Roster

In March 2021, Freese was named to the final 20-player United States under-23 roster for the 2020 CONCACAF Men's Olympic Qualifying Championship.

January 27, 2023: Traded to New York City FC

On January 27, 2023, Freese was traded to New York City FC for $350,000 of General Allocation Money, with potential for an additional $400,000, and a percentage of a future transfer fee.

January 6, 2024: Called Up to US National Team

On January 6, 2024, Freese was called up to the United States national team by head coach Mauricio Pochettino for the January camp in Florida, including friendlies against Venezuela and Costa Rica.

December 27, 2024: Named New York City FC MVP

On December 27, 2024, Freese was named New York City FC's MVP for the 2024 season after his performance in the MLS.

May 22, 2025: Called Up to National Team Training Camp

On May 22, 2025, Freese was called up again by Mauricio Pochettino to the national team for a training camp in Chicago, ahead of matches against Turkey and Switzerland.