The 25 Greatest American Men’s Soccer Players Of All-Time, Ranked

23. Jozy Altidore

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Altidore is the third-leading scorer in USMNT history — behind only Clint Dempsey and Landon Donovan. He was a rare blend of power and speed. From a young age, the prodigious player had the look of a difference-maker. Altidore tore up MLS before embarking on a lengthy career abroad. He played in Spain, England, Turkey, the Netherlands, Canada, and Mexico. The highlight of his professional career came with Dutch club AZ Alkmaar. It was here where he notched a whopping 49 goals and 11 assists over 89 appearances. When healthy for the national team, Altidore was a terror — particularly in World Cup Qualifying matches.