Brad Friedel

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Highly-rated goalkeeper whose consistency was an essential part of Rovers' defence during the 8 years he played there. The American's magnificent 2002/03 season was recognised when he was included by his peers in the PFA Team of the Year. Has gone from strength to strength during his Ewood Park career with his magnificent shot-stopping ability. Scored his first-ever Premier League goal at Charlton Athletic in February 2004. He joined Aston villa in July 2008.

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Veteran Aston Villa goalkeeper Brad Friedel says that he has no plans to retire just yet, despite being less than a year away from his 40th birthday. The 39-year-old USA international has enjoyed two superb seasons since heading to Villa Park from Blackburn Rovers and is in no hurry to call time on his long career just yet. He told the club's official website: "Every time you get a year older,... [more»]

Aston Villa manager Martin O'Neill picked out veteran American goalkeeper Brad Friedel for special praise as his side secured a shock 3-1 win at Liverpool on Monday. The 38-year-old former Reds shot-stopper produced a string of superb saves as Villa ended Liverpool's 31-match unbeaten record at Anfield and picked up a first win of the season following their opening day defeat to Wigan... [more»]

Aston Villa have bolstered their goalkeeping options with the capture of Andy Marshall on a one-year-deal. Marshall, 34, has joined the Midlands club on a free transfer following his release by Coventry City at the end of last season. The experienced shot-stopper will provide cover for regular number one Brad Friedel and understudy Brad Guzan during the coming season. Former number three... [more»]

Veteran Aston Villa goalkeeper Brad Friedel has revealed that he has no plans to call time on career just yet. The 38-year-old USA international moved to Villa Park a year ago from Blackburn Rovers and enjoyed a fine first season with Martin O'Neill's side. "I haven't set a target for retirement, until I can't play any more or someone tells me I can't play any more," Friedel commented. "I'll... [more»]

Aston Villa have appealed the red card show to goalkeeper Brad Friedel during Sunday's 5-0 thrashing at the hands of Liverpool. The veteran keeper was sent off in the 64th minute at Anfield with his side trailing 4-0 at the time. Referee Martin Atkinson ruled that Friedel was guilty of a professional foul on Fernando Torres after the pair collided and the home side were awarded a... [more»]