Former National Team goalkeeper of the United States Tony Meola suffered a heart attack on his 56th birthday on Friday. Meola is in good mood and doctors say that Meola will be in order, according to MLS reporter Tom Bogert.
Currently an analyst for CBS Sports Golazo Network, Meola had an 18-year-old gaming career and served a Stint as manager of the Jacksonville Armada.
Meola had 100 caps for the USMNT during his career while he started with the World Cups of 1990 and 1994. He was also at the US World Cup team of 2002. Bogert also passed on a message from Meola that he wants to emphasize to everyone ” get frequent checks “.
During his gaming career, Meola was best known for his time with Sporting Kansas City and the New York Red BullsBut also spent time with Brighton and Watford During a stint in England. Meola won the MLS Cup in 2000 with Sporting Kansas City, while that season he also guaranteed the goalkeeper of the year and League MVP prize. Meola also lifted the Gold Cup twice in 1991 and 2002 with the USMNT.