Biography
Who is Tyler Bindon?
Early life and background
Tyler Bindon was born in Auckland, New Zealand. His mother, Jenny, earned 77 caps playing for the New Zealand women's soccer team. His father, Grant, served as the captain for the New Zealand volleyball team.
At age 12, Tyler moved to California. This move happened because his mother accepted a coaching position with the UCLA women's soccer team.
Professional club career
Tyler began playing football in New Zealand with East Coast Bays. After time in the LAFC Academy, he signed a two-year contract with Reading F.C. On August 7, 2023. He made his professional debut the next day during an EFL Cup match against Millwall. During his first season, he scored two goals and made 44 appearances, finishing as the runner-up for the Reading Player of the Season Award.
On February 3, 2025, Tyler Bindon joined Nottingham Forest on a deal lasting until June 2028. He was immediately loaned back to Reading for the rest of that season. He was named Reading's Player of the Season on May 4, 2025, after scoring three goals in 47 appearances. He also received a nomination for the 2024-25 EFL League One Young Player of the Season award.
International football career
Tyler Bindon earned his first cap for the United States under-19 team in March 2023 against Argentina. He was eligible for the US through his mother. Later, on September 26, 2023, he received his first call-up for the New Zealand men's national football team. He made his debut for New Zealand against the Democratic Republic of Congo on October 13, 2023.
In February 2024, he was nominated for the 2023 New Zealand Men's Young Player of the Year. He represented the New Zealand squad at the 2024 Summer Olympics, making his Olympic debut in a match against Guinea. On November 15, 2024, he scored his first goal for the national team during an 8-1 win over Vanuatu.
Career honors and achievements
Tyler Bindon has achieved several individual and team successes. He won the 2024 OFC Nations Cup with New Zealand. For his individual efforts, he received the 2024 Halberg Emerging Talent Award.
At the club level, he was named the Reading Player of the Season for the 2024-25 period. He also achieved a runner-up position for the 2023-24 Player of the Season Award at Reading.
Birthday and age
Tyler Bindon was born on January 27, 2005, which makes Tyler 21 years old today. That birthday falls under the Aquarius sign. Tyler shares the date with 35 other famous people.
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