Michael Bradley is a former American soccer player who played as a midfielder, known for his leadership, tactical intelligence, and vision. His professional career, which began in Major League Soccer, saw him feature prominently in Europe with significant spells in the Netherlands (Heerenveen), Germany (Borussia Mönchengladbach), and especially in Italy, where he played for Chievo and Roma, establishing himself as a complete midfielder. In 2014, he returned to MLS, becoming the captain and a symbol of Toronto FC. With the Canadian club, he reached the pinnacle of success in 2017, winning a historic "treble" consisting of the MLS Cup, Supporters' Shield, and Canadian Championship. A pillar of the United States national team for over a decade and its long-time captain, he participated in two World Cups (2010, 2014) and won two CONCACAF Gold Cups. Among his individual honors, he was named U.S. Soccer Male Player of the Year in 2015.