Explore Matt Besler net worth, age, height, bio, birthday, wiki, and salary! American player who was named MLS Defender of the Year in 2012, as a member of Sporting Kansas City. He was instrumental in leading Sporting Kansas City to a American defender who was named MLS Defender of the Year in 2012 as a member of Sporting Kansas City. He helped lead Sporting Kansas City to a Lamar Hunt US Open Cup in 2012 and an MLS Cup in 2013. US Open Cup in 2012 as well as the MLS Cup in 2013. In this article, we will discover how old is Matt Besler? Who is Matt Besler dating now & how much money does Matt Besler have?

Name	Matt Besler
First Name	Matt
Last Name	Besler
Occupation	Soccer Player
Birthday	February 11
Birth Year	1987
Place of Birth	Overland Park
Home Town	Kansas
Birth Country	United States
Birth Sign	Aquarius
Full/Birth Name
Father	Not Available
Mother	Not Available
Siblings	Not Available
Spouse	Amanda Miller Besler
Children(s)	Parker Rhea Besler

Matt Besler Biography

Matt Besler is one of the most popular and richest Soccer Player who was born on February 11, 1987 in Overland Park, Kansas, United States. He was a midfielder with He joined midfielder Landon Donovan on the United States national team in 2013. on the United States national team in 2013.

Besler was a four-year All-Conference player at Blue Valley West High School in Overland Park, Kansas. He led Blue Valley West to the Kansas 5A State Championship as a senior, scoring 23 goals with 19 assists, and holds the season and career marks in total points (124), goals (40) and assists (44) at Blue Valley West. He was also a member of the KCFC Alliance club team and a key member of the Region II Olympic Developmental Program (ODP) which competed in the 2004 ESP All-Star game.

Besler played college soccer at the University of Notre Dame, playing in 90 games (73 starts) and scoring 5 goals during his college career. He received All-American and Academic All-American honors as a senior, was named the NSCAA 2008 Senior College Men’s Scholar All-America Player of the Year, and was named to the All Big East Team three times. He helped Notre Dame gain four straight berths in the NCAA championship, including the program’s first two trips to the quarterfinals in 2006 and 2007.

He was the son of Greg Besler and Diane Besler.

He was instrumental in helping to help the US national team to win a CONCACAF Gold Cup in 2013.

Matthew Scott “Matt” Besler (/ˈ b iː z l ər / ; born February 11, 1987) is an American soccer player who currently plays for Sporting Kansas City in Major League Soccer. A left-sided central defender with the ability to play leftback, he has spent his entire career with Sporting Kansas City, currently serving as captain. He has also been a regular with the United States national team, including at the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

Matt Besler Net Worth

Matt is one of the richest Soccer Player from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Matt Besler's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: January 13, 2024)

He was a soccer player at the college of Notre Dame from 2005 to 2008.

Net Worth	$5 Million
Salary	Under Review
Source of Income	Soccer Player
Cars	Not Available
House	Living in own house.

On December 12, 2012, Besler re-signed with Sporting Kansas City on a three-year deal, passing up trial offers from Queens Park Rangers, Southampton and Birmingham City.

He is a fan of his hometown Kansas City Chiefs and Royals. On July 5, 2013, he threw out the first pitch before the Kansas City Royals vs. Oakland Athletics baseball game.

Ethnicity, religion & political views

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Besler is known throughout his hometown of Kansas City for his willingness to give back to the community. On March 1, 2012, he joined forces with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) during the months of March, April and May for the Man of the Year campaign, raising funds for blood cancer research. In April 2012, Besler was named W.O.R.K.S. Humanitarian of the month by Major League Soccer.

Who is Matt Besler Dating?

According to our records, Matt Besler married to Amanda Miller Besler . As of January 13, 2024, Matt Besler’s is not dating anyone.

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After being left off of the initial roster for the 2013 CONCACAF Gold Cup so that the team could evaluate other players, Besler was added to strengthen the squad after the United States qualified for the knockout round.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Matt Besler height 6 ft 0 in Matt weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Height	6 ft 0 in
Weight	Not Known
Body Measurements	Under Review
Eye Color	Not Available
Hair Color	Not Available
Feet/Shoe Size	Not Available

Besler was drafted in the first round (8th overall) in the 2009 MLS SuperDraft by the Kansas City Wizards. He made his professional debut on March 28, 2009, as an 87th-minute substitute during a 2–1 loss at the Colorado Rapids. He scored his first professional goal on March 26, 2011, in a 3–2 loss to the Chicago Fire. On July 10, 2011, Besler was added to the 2011 MLS All-Star team via the fan text message vote. In 2012, Besler anchored the top defense in MLS with Sporting Kansas City and went on to help the club win the U.S. Open Cup by converting his attempt after the game against the Seattle Sounders went into penalty kicks. He also was named 2012 MLS Defender of the Year and named to MLS Best XI.

On March 26, 2013, Besler made his first World Cup qualifying appearance in a 0–0 draw at Mexico. On June 2, Besler started as the United States defeated Germany 4-3 in an International Friendly played at RFK Stadium. Subsequently, Besler started in the World Cup Qualifying wins against Jamaica, Panama, and Honduras.

Top Facts about Matt Besler

1. Matt Besler is a professional soccer player from the United States.
2. He was born on February 11, 1987 in Overland Park, Kansas.
3. Besler played college soccer at the University of Notre Dame.
4. He has spent his entire professional career with Sporting Kansas City.
5. Besler has made over 300 appearances for Sporting KC.
6. He has also earned over 40 caps for the US Men’s National Team.
7. In 2013, Besler was named MLS Defender of the Year.
8. He helped lead the USMNT to a Gold Cup championship in 2017.
9. Besler is known for his strong defensive skills and leadership qualities.
10. Off the field, he is involved in various charitable organizations and initiatives.

Facts & Trivia

Matt Ranked on the list of most popular Soccer Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Matt Besler celebrates birthday on February 11 of every year.

Besler made his debut for United States on January 29, 2013 in a friendly match against Canada. Previously, on August 23, 2012, Besler was called up to the United States squad by head coach Jürgen Klinsmann for a friendly against Mexico, but he didn’t feature in the match.

What happened Matt Besler?

After 12 seasons with his hometown team Sporting Kansas City and a final year with Austin FC, Matt Besler is a free man. Free from the commitments MLS and the US National Team requires. Free to speak and reflect on the past and present while questioning what the future will bring.

Did Matt Besler retire?

Matt Besler has put a bow on a sterling 13-year Major League Soccer career, announcing his retirement Wednesday morning. The 34-year-old center back spent his final season with Austin FC after 12 seasons anchoring Sporting Kansas City’s backline.

Is Matt Besler still playing soccer?

— Overland Park-native and former Sporting KC defender Matt Besler tweeted Wednesday he is retiring as a professional soccer player. Besler, who played this year with Austin FC of Major League Soccer, appeared to indicate soccer will still be a part of his life, just not as a player.

Who is the captain of Sporting Kansas City?

Sporting captain Matt Besler has played 12 seasons at his hometown club.

Who is Matt Besler married to?

Amanda Miller Besler

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