The Deuce — American footballer who became the first from the USA to score 50 Premier League goals and broke the US national team scoring record.
Clint Dempsey broke the mould of what was expected from an American footballer. His 50 Premier League goals — split between Fulham and Tottenham — demonstrated that an American could thrive at the highest level of English football. He became the all-time leading scorer for the US national team, a record he held before Landon Donovan. His goal from outside the box in extra time against Ghana at the 2014 World Cup typified his never-say-die spirit.
His 50 Premier League goals made him the first American — and for years the only one — to reach that milestone.
Did You Know?Career Honours
- First American to score 50 PL goals
- US National Team Top Scorer (former)