Career Timeline of Tyler Adams: Major Achievements and Milestones

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Tyler Adams

Discover the career path of Tyler Adams, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Tyler Adams is an American professional soccer player currently playing as a midfielder for Premier League club Bournemouth and the United States national team. He is a versatile player known for his ability to play multiple positions, including full-back and winger, on both sides of the field.

15 hours ago : Tyler Adams Appointed USMNT Captain Under Mauricio Pochettino Era

Mauricio Pochettino selects Tyler Adams as captain for the USMNT leading into the upcoming World Cup cycle, marking the midfielder's second stint in the role.

2012: Joins Red Bulls Academy

In 2012, Tyler Adams joined the Red Bulls Academy and played with the under-13, under-14, and under-16 sides.

March 19, 2015: Signed to New York Red Bulls II

On March 19, 2015, Tyler Adams was signed to New York Red Bulls II.

April 4, 2015: Debut for New York Red Bulls II

On April 4, 2015, Tyler Adams made his debut for New York Red Bulls II in a 4–1 victory over Toronto FC II.

July 23, 2015: First Team Debut and Goal vs Chelsea

On July 23, 2015, Tyler Adams made his debut with the New York Red Bulls first team in a friendly against Chelsea, scoring a goal in the 69th minute. The Red Bulls won 4-2.

November 3, 2015: Signs Senior Team Contract

On November 3, 2015, Tyler Adams signed his first senior team contract with the New York Red Bulls.

2015: CONCACAF Under-17 Championships

In 2015, Tyler Adams appeared in all of his team's matches at the CONCACAF Under-17 Championships in Honduras, helping the United States qualify for the 2015 FIFA Under-17 World Cup.

April 1, 2016: MLS Bench Appearance

On April 1, 2016, Tyler Adams made his first MLS bench appearance.

May 2017: FIFA Under-20 World Cup

In May 2017 Tyler Adams played every match for the United States at the 2017 FIFA Under-20 World Cup in South Korea.

August 15, 2017: Assists on equalizer

On August 15, 2017, Tyler Adams assisted on Bradley Wright-Phillips's 77th-minute equalizer in a 3–2 comeback victory against FC Cincinnati, sending New York to their first Open Cup final since 2003.

September 27, 2017: Scores First MLS Goals

On September 27, 2017, Tyler Adams scored his first two MLS goals in a 3–3 draw with D.C. United.

November 14, 2017: Earns First Cap for Senior National Team

On November 14, 2017, Tyler Adams earned his first cap for the senior national team, playing the full 90 minutes in a 1–1 draw with Portugal.

2017: Senior Team Debut

In 2017, Tyler Adams made his senior team debut for the United States.

March 13, 2018: Champions League Semifinals

On March 13, 2018, Tyler Adams scored the opening goal in a 3–1 victory over Club Tijuana, helping New York advance to the semifinals of the CONCACAF Champions League for the first time.

September 11, 2018: Scores Goal Against Mexico

On September 11, 2018, Tyler Adams scored a goal against Mexico in a friendly at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee.

January 2019: Joins RB Leipzig

In January 2019, Tyler Adams joined RB Leipzig from New York Red Bulls.

August 13, 2020: Champions League Semifinals

On August 13, 2020, Tyler Adams scored the winning goal for Leipzig in a 2–1 win over Atlético Madrid, sending the club to the semifinals of the UEFA Champions League for the first time.

July 6, 2022: Joins Leeds United

On July 6, 2022, Tyler Adams joined Leeds United on a five-year contract for a reported £20 million transfer fee.

July 2022: Joins Leeds United

In July 2022, Tyler Adams joined Leeds United.

November 2022: Named Captain for 2022 FIFA World Cup

In November 2022, Tyler Adams was named captain of the United States squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

2022: U.S. Soccer Player of the Year

In 2022, Tyler Adams won the U.S. Soccer Player of the Year award and captained the U.S. at the FIFA World Cup.

August 2023: Signs for Bournemouth

In August 2023, Tyler Adams signed for Premier League club Bournemouth for five years.

August 20, 2023: Signs for Bournemouth

On August 20, 2023, Tyler Adams signed for Premier League club Bournemouth on a five-year deal.