American · Nacogdoches, USA · Born 9 March 1983The 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 became the first American to score 50 Premier League goals during a career that included spells at Fulham and Tottenham, and for a time held the record as the United States' all-time leading international scorer. He won the CONCACAF Gold Cup three times with the USA and the MLS Cup with Seattle Sounders in 2016, establishing himself as one of the most accomplished American players of his generation both in Europe and MLS.
First American to score at three World Cups
His 50 Premier League goals made him the first American — and for years the only one — to reach that milestone.
Did You Know?How They Played
Versatile attacking player with clinical finishing and creative flair
Lasting Impact
Pioneering American soccer star who broke barriers in European football
Career Honours
- First American to score 50 PL goals
- US National Team Top Scorer (former)
- MLS Cup 2016
- US Open Cup 2014
- CONCACAF Gold Cup 2005
- CONCACAF Gold Cup 2007
- CONCACAF Gold Cup 2017
| Club | Period | Apps | Goals | Shirt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New England Revolution | 2004–2007 | 71 | 50 | #8 |
| Fulham | 2007–2012 | 184 | 50 | — |
| Tottenham | 2012–2013 | 43 | 12 | — |
| Seattle Sounders | 2013–2018 | 115 | 47 | — |
 USA | — | 141 | 57 | — |
American Athletes