The Keeper

In this inspiring, down-to-earth memoir the revered goalkeeper and American icon  idolized by millions worldwide for his dependability, daring, and humility recounts his rise to stardom at the 2014 World Cup, the psychological and professional challenges he has faced, and the enduring faith that has sustained him.

In The Keeper, the man who electrified the world with his amazing performance in Brazil does something he would never do on a soccer field: he drops his guard. As fiercely protective about his privacy as he is guarding the goal on the field, Howard opens up for the first time about how a hyperactive kid from New Jersey with Tourette’s syndrome defied the odds to become one of the world’s premier goalkeepers.

The Keeper recalls his childhood, being raised by a single mother who instilled in him a love of sports and a devout Christian faith that helped him cope when he was diagnosed with Tourette’s in the fifth grade. He looks back over his fifteen-year professional career—from becoming the youngest player to win MLS Goalkeeper of the Year to his storied move to the English Premier League with Manchester United and his current team, Liverpool’s Everton, to becoming an overnight star after his record-making performance with the United States Men’s National Team. He also talks about the things closest to his heart—the importance of family and the Christian beliefs that guide him.

Told in his thoughtful and articulate voice, The Keeper is an illuminating look at a remarkable man who is an inspirational role model for all of us.

The Keeper is illustrated with two 8-page color photo inserts.

Go behind the scenes of a legendary career and discover the faith that fueled it:
A Story of Overcoming Adversity: Howard’s unfiltered account of growing up with Tourette’s Syndrome and OCD, and how he turned his challenges into strengths on the world stage.The 2014 World Cup: A thrilling, firsthand look at his record-breaking 15-save performance against Belgium that turned him into an American icon overnight.Life in the Premier League: Candid stories from his time with two of the world’s biggest clubs, Manchester United and Everton, from locker room tensions to championship glory.Unshakable Christian Faith: An honest reflection on how his devout faith has been his anchor through professional pressure, personal struggles, and the highs and lows of a life in the spotlight.