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Tim Howard announces retirement following 2019 MLS season

Legendary American goalkeeper Tim Howard announced that he is hanging up his gloves at the conclusion of the 2019 MLS season. The 39-year-old revealed the decision on his personal Twitter account:

I’m greatly looking forward to kicking off the 2019 MLS season, as it will be my LAST. There will be plenty of time for sentiment later. For now, I am going to enjoy every minute. And as I’ve always done, compete hard and help lead the Rapids with the sole purpose of winning. pic.twitter.com/QWuCcy7gW2

— Tim Howard (@TimHowardGK) January 22, 2019

“It’s been one heck of a ride,” Howard said on Tuesday.