Former United States men’s national team goalkeeper Tony Meola suffered a heart attack on Friday. Meola is in good spirits and that doctors say that Meola will be okay, according to Tom Bogert. Meola suffered the heart attack on Friday, on the 56-year-old’s birthday.
Currently an analyst for CBS Sports Golazo Network, Meola has had quite a career in soccer spanning an 18-year professional career and a stint as manager of the Jacksonville Armada.
Meola had 100 caps for the USMNT during his career while starting at the 1990 and 1994 World Cup, he also was in the squad for the 2002 World Cup showing his longevity. Bogert also relayed a message from Meola that he wants to stress to all to, “go get frequent check ups.”
During his playing career, Meola was most well known for his time with Sporting Kansas City and the New York Red Bulls, but also spent time with Brighton and Watford during a stint in England. Meola won the MLS Cup in 200 with Sporting Kansas City while also securing the Goalkeeper of the Year and league MVP award that season. Meola has also lifted the Gold Cup twice in 1991 and 2002 with the USMNT.
