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Jonathan Henry Bond (born 19 May 1993) is an English professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Houston Dynamo.
Key Information
Born in England, Bond played internationally for Wales at under-17 and under-19 levels, before changing his international allegiance in 2013, later playing for England at under-20 and under-21 levels.
Club career
[edit]Watford
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Bond came through the academy system at Watford featuring in the youth and reserve teams at Vicarage Road. During the 2010–11 season Bond featured on the substitutes bench for Watford several times as cover for the injured Rene Gilmartin and also spent time on loan at Brackley Town.
In August 2011, Bond again joined Brackley Town on loan to receive some playing experience.[3] On his return to Watford, Bond was again sent out on loan to Conference National side Forest Green Rovers on 4 November 2011 for a month.[4] Bond made his Forest Green debut the next day in a 4–1 win against Alfreton Town.[5] In total Bond made four appearances for Forest Green in his loan spell and was recalled a week early by Watford.[6]
On his return to Watford, Bond acted as deputy goalkeeper to Scott Loach on the substitutes bench in the Championship and on 2 January 2012 made his first team debut replacing Loach who had been sent off in a 2–0 loss against Portsmouth at Fratton Park.[7]
On 23 February 2012, Bond joined League Two side Dagenham & Redbridge on a monthlong loan deal.[8] He then joined Bury on loan until the end of the season[9] and made his debut in the 3–0 defeat at Brentford on 7 April.
After starting Watford's FA Cup defeat to Manchester City on 5 January 2013, Bond made his home league debut in a 2–1 win over Derby County on 23 February 2013 after coming on for the injured Manuel Almunia. Bond made his first league start against Wolverhampton Wanderers on 1 March 2013. He then continued to deputise with starts against Sheffield Wednesday on 5 March 2013, Blackpool on 9 March 2013, Barnsley on 16 March 2013 and once more versus Burnley on 29 March 2013 – all in place of the injured Almunia. With Almunia not back to fitness, Bond made his sixth consecutive start on 2 April 2013 against Hull City in a 1–0 win, keeping his first clean sheet in a man of the match performance.
Bond deputised in the final league game of the season against Leeds United on 4 May 2013 after Almunia was injured in the warm-up. Bond then suffered a serious injury of his own after a horrible collision with Ikechi Anya and Dominic Poleon which forced him off on a stretcher.
Reading
[edit]On Saturday 4 July 2015, Bond signed for Reading on a three-year deal from Watford for an undisclosed fee.[10]
Loan spells
[edit]On 26 August 2016, Bond joined Gillingham on loan until 7 January 2017.[11][12]
On 26 June 2017 Bond joined Peterborough United on a six-month loan,[13] extending the loan until the end of the season on 3 January 2018.[14]
West Bromwich Albion
[edit]On 16 July 2018, Bond joined newly relegated West Bromwich Albion on a two-year contract as a free agent. Bond served as back-up to first-choice keeper Sam Johnstone as the club lost in the 2018-19 EFL Championship play-offs in the semi-finals to rivals Aston Villa. However, they bounced back the following year to finish as runners-up in the 2019-20 EFL Championship, gaining promotion back to the Premier League. Bond was released from the club after his contract ended on 1 August 2020. Albion re-signed Bond on a one-year deal before the start of the 2020–21 Premier League season.[15]
LA Galaxy
[edit]On 14 January 2021, Bond moved to the United States to sign with Major League Soccer side LA Galaxy.[16][17]
In February 2024, LA Galaxy announced that Bond had departed the club having had his contract terminated by mutual consent.[18]
Return to Watford
[edit]On 3 July 2024, Bond returned to Championship club Watford on a one-year deal with the option for a further twelve months.[19]
Houston Dynamo
[edit]In April 2025, Bond was sold to MLS side Houston Dynamo for an undisclosed fee.[20]
International career
[edit]Bond has made international appearances for Wales at under-17 level, and scored an 88th minute equalising goal[21] in Wales' 2–1 Uefa Under-17 Championship qualifying match against Russia in October 2009. He later progressed to under-19 level,[22] and has been called up to under-21 squads.[23] In 2010, aged 17, Bond was called up to the full Wales squad for two Euro 2012 qualifying matches,[24] although he did not play in the games.[23]
In spite of his caps for Wales, the FAW stated on 19 July 2013 that Bond had chosen to transfer to the English national pool[25] and was called into the English under-21 squad in August 2013.[26] He made his debut for the England under-21s on 19 November, replacing Jack Butland at half-time in a 9–0 win against San Marino.[27]
Career statistics
[edit]- As of match played 1 February 2025
| Club | Season | League | National cup | League cup | Other | Total | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Division | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | ||
| Watford | 2009–10[28] | Championship | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | |
| 2010–11[29] | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | |||
| 2011–12[30] | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 2 | 0 | |||
| 2012–13[31] | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0 | ||
| 2013–14[32] | 10 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | — | 15 | 0 | |||
| 2014–15[33] | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | — | 6 | 0 | |||
| Total | 22 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 33 | 0 | ||
| Forest Green Rovers (loan) | 2011–12[30] | Conference Premier | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 4 | 0 | |
| Dagenham & Redbridge (loan) | 2011–12[30] | League Two | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 5 | 0 | |
| Bury (loan) | 2011–12[30] | League One | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 6 | 0 | |
| Reading | 2015–16[34] | Championship | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 14 | 0 | |
| 2016–17[35] | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Total | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 0 | ||
| Gillingham (loan) | 2016–17[35] | League One | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | — | 8 | 0 | |
| Peterborough United (loan) | 2017–18[36] | League One | 37 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 45 | 0 |
| West Bromwich Albion | 2018–19[37] | Championship | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2019–20[38] | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | — | 4 | 0 | |||
| 2020–21[39] | Premier League | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | ||
| Total | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | ||
| LA Galaxy | 2021[40] | MLS | 31 | 0 | — | — | — | 31 | 0 | |||
| 2022[41] | MLS | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 2 | 0 | 36 | 0 | ||
| 2023 | MLS | 24 | 0 | 1 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | 25 | 0 | ||
| Total | 89 | 0 | 1 | 0 | — | 2 | 0 | 92 | 0 | |||
| Watford | 2024–25 | Championship | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 0 |
| Career total | 193 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 227 | 0 | ||
Personal life
[edit]Bond attended Berkhamsted School.[42] His mother is an American from Seattle, which allowed him to hold an American passport.[43][44]
References
[edit]- ^ "EFL: Club retained and released lists published". English Football League. 23 June 2016. Retrieved 26 October 2020.
- ^ "Jonathan Bond". LA Galaxy. Retrieved 20 August 2022.
- ^ "Player News: Bond to Brackley". watfordfc.com. 15 August 2011. Archived from the original on 17 September 2012.
- ^ "Forest Green Rovers sign Watford goalkeeper Bond". BBC Sport. 4 November 2011.
- ^ "Forest Green 4–1 Alfreton Town". BBC Sport. 5 November 2011.
- ^ "Reading keeper Simon Locke joins Forest Green Rovers". BBC Sport. 2 December 2011.
- ^ "Portsmouth 2–0 Watford". BBC Sport. 2 January 2012.
- ^ "Dagenham & Redbridge sign Jonathan Bond and Ben Reeves". BBC Sport. 23 February 2012.
- ^ "Bury sign Watford goalkeeper John Bond on loan". BBC Sport. 22 March 2012.
- ^ "Goalkeeper Bond signs for Royals". Reading FC. 4 July 2015.
- ^ "Gills sign Championship goalkeeper". Gillingham F.C. 26 August 2016. Archived from the original on 19 September 2016. Retrieved 26 August 2016.
- ^ "Bond heading to Priestfield on loan". readingfc.co.uk. Reading F.C. 26 August 2016. Retrieved 26 August 2016.
- ^ "Bond makes Posh loan move". readingfc.co.uk. Reading F.C. 26 June 2017. Retrieved 26 June 2017.
- ^ "Bond extends loan spell with Posh". readingfc.co.uk/. Reading F.C. 3 January 2018. Retrieved 3 January 2018.
- ^ "Button ready to provide competitive edge" West Bromwich Albion website. 9 September 2020. Retrieved 9 September 2020.
- ^ "LA Galaxy sign goalkeeper Jonathan Bond". LA Galaxy. 14 January 2021.
- ^ "Bond joins LA Galaxy". West Bromwich Albion. 14 January 2021.
- ^ "LA Galaxy Mutually Agree to Part Ways with Goalkeeper Jonathan Bond". www.lagalaxy.com. 22 February 2024. Retrieved 3 July 2024.
- ^ "Official: Bond Rejoins The Hornets". www.watfordfc.com. 3 July 2024. Retrieved 3 July 2024.
- ^ "Jonathan Bond: Watford goalkeeper sold to Houston Dynamo". BBC Sport. 11 April 2025.
- ^ "Dramatic finish ensures Wales joy". 3 October 2009.
- ^ "Forest Green Rovers sign Watford goalkeeper Bond". BBC Sport. 4 November 2011. Retrieved 16 April 2012.
- ^ a b "Boss Brian Flynn eyes new Wales U21 talent". BBC Sport. 27 July 2010. Retrieved 16 April 2012.
- ^ Smith, Frank (1 October 2010). "Watford's 17-year-old goalkeeper called up to full Wales squad". Watford Observer. Retrieved 16 April 2012.
- ^ "Football Association of Wales: Jonathan Bond International News". Archived from the original on 23 October 2013. Retrieved 20 July 2013.
- ^ Allnutt, Thomas (8 August 2013) "Watford goalkeeper Jonathan Bond called up to England Under-21s squad for match against Scotland". Watford Observer. Retrieved 8 August 2013
- ^ "England U21 9–0 San Marino" BBC Sport. 19 November 2013. Retrieved 20 November 2013.
- ^ 2009 at Soccerbase
- ^ "Games played by Jonathan Bond in 2010/2011". Soccerbase. Centurycomm. Retrieved 17 September 2017.
- ^ a b c d "Games played by Jonathan Bond in 2011/2012". Soccerbase. Centurycomm. Retrieved 17 September 2017.
- ^ "Games played by Jonathan Bond in 2012/2013". Soccerbase. Centurycomm. Retrieved 17 September 2017.
- ^ "Games played by Jonathan Bond in 2013/2014". Soccerbase. Centurycomm. Retrieved 17 September 2017.
- ^ "Games played by Jonathan Bond in 2014/2015". Soccerbase. Centurycomm. Retrieved 17 September 2017.
- ^ "Games played by Jonathan Bond in 2015/2016". Soccerbase. Centurycomm. Retrieved 17 September 2017.
- ^ a b "Games played by Jonathan Bond in 2016/2017". Soccerbase. Centurycomm. Retrieved 17 September 2017.
- ^ "Games played by Jonathan Bond in 2017/2018". Soccerbase. Centurycomm. Retrieved 17 September 2017.
- ^ "Games played by Jonathan Bond in 2018/2019". Soccerbase. Centurycomm. Retrieved 13 March 2019.
- ^ "Games played by Jonathan Bond in 2019/2020". Soccerbase. Centurycomm. Retrieved 14 January 2021.
- ^ "Games played by Jonathan Bond in 2020/2021". Soccerbase. Centurycomm. Retrieved 14 January 2021.
- ^ "Games played by Jonathan Bond in 2021/2022". Soccerbase. Centurycomm. Retrieved 14 January 2021.
- ^ "Jonathan Bond | Football Stats | LA Galaxy | Season 2022/2023 | Soccer Base". www.soccerbase.com. Retrieved 16 August 2022.
- ^ "The league of gentlemen | the Spectator".
- ^ "The name's Bond — Jonathan Bond, and he hopes to be the Galaxy's goalkeeper". The Los Angeles Times. 9 March 2021. Retrieved 27 December 2023.
- ^ "LA Galaxy signing Jonathan Bond excited to play for "one of the most famous clubs in the world"". Major League Soccer. 26 January 2021. Retrieved 27 December 2023.
External links
[edit]- Jonathan Bond at Soccerbase
- Football Association profile. Archived 10 October 2014 at the Wayback Machine.
Jonathan Bond
View on GrokipediaEarly life and background
Early life
Jonathan Bond was born on 19 May 1993 in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, England.[3][4][5] His mother, Elena, was born and raised in Seattle, Washington, where she developed a passion for soccer as a fan of the Seattle Sounders during the North American Soccer League era; she is half-Spanish through her father.[6] Bond's father, Tony, is English and a supporter of Chelsea FC; the couple met in the United States before relocating to England, where they started their family.[6] Growing up in Hertfordshire, Bond was influenced by his mother's American background, incorporating terms like "splash jacket" into his vocabulary from an early age.[6] Bond's introduction to professional football came at age 10 when he joined the Watford FC academy in 2003, beginning a formative period in his development as a goalkeeper.[5][7] He progressed through the youth ranks at Vicarage Road, benefiting from the club's structured training environment and learning from established goalkeepers in the senior setup.[8] This early immersion in Watford's system laid the foundation for his technical skills and professional mindset, though he did not make his senior debut until January 2012.[5]Youth development
Jonathan Bond joined the Watford academy at the age of 10 in 2003, beginning his development in the club's youth system.[2][5] Progressing through the various age groups, Bond featured regularly for Watford's youth and reserve teams, honing his skills as a goalkeeper.[4] In July 2010, at the age of 17, he signed his first professional contract with the club, a three-year deal that recognized his potential after he had featured on the first-team bench in the Championship during the previous season.[9][10] During his academy tenure, Bond trained alongside established senior goalkeepers including Scott Loach, Manuel Almunia, and Heurelho Gomes, from whom he gained valuable insights into handling crosses and optimizing starting positions.[8] This exposure contributed significantly to his technical growth, preparing him for the transition to senior football.[8]Club career
Watford
Jonathan Bond joined the Watford academy at the age of 10 and progressed through the youth ranks before signing his first professional contract in 2010.[4] He made his professional debut for the club as a substitute goalkeeper in a Championship match against Portsmouth on 2 January 2012, entering the game at Fratton Park after Scott Loach's injury; Watford lost 2–0.[11][2] Bond's first start came in the FA Cup third round against Bradford City later that month, marking the beginning of limited but steady first-team exposure as a deputy to established goalkeepers including Loach, Manuel Almunia, and Heurelho Gomes.[12] During the 2013/14 season, he made 10 league appearances in the Championship, contributing to Watford's push toward the playoffs.[2] Overall, in his initial stint from 2011 to 2015, Bond featured in 22 league matches and amassed 33 first-team appearances across all competitions.[10][13] As understudy to Gomes in the 2014/15 season, Bond played a supporting role in Watford's successful promotion campaign to the Premier League via the Championship playoffs, though he did not feature in the decisive matches.[14] His development at the club included valuable training insights from Gomes on handling crosses and positioning, which Bond credited for his growth as a goalkeeper.[8] Bond departed Watford in July 2015, transferring to Reading for an undisclosed fee after the club's promotion.[15]Reading
Jonathan Bond joined Reading on 4 July 2015, signing a three-year contract from Watford for an undisclosed fee.[15] He was recruited as a backup to first-choice goalkeeper Adam Federici, bringing experience from nearly 50 appearances during his time at Watford.[15] Bond made his debut for Reading on 8 August 2015, starting in a 2-1 away win against Birmingham City in the Championship.[16] During the 2015-16 season, he featured in 14 Championship matches, all as starts, totaling 1,260 minutes played. In these appearances, he conceded 13 goals while recording 6 clean sheets, contributing to 5 wins and 3 draws for the team.[17] His save percentage stood at 66.7%, with 26 saves from 39 shots on target faced.[17] Bond did not feature in any cup competitions during this period.[18] In the following seasons, Bond's first-team opportunities at Reading diminished as he was loaned out to lower-division clubs for further development. He joined League One side Gillingham on loan from 26 August 2016 until January 2017.[19] Later, on 26 June 2017, he moved to Peterborough United on a loan until 3 January 2018, which was subsequently extended until the end of the 2017-18 season.[20] These spells limited his Reading appearances to zero in both the 2016-17 and 2017-18 campaigns across all competitions.[18] Bond's contract with Reading expired in July 2018, after which he departed the club having made 14 total first-team appearances, all in the league, with no goals scored.[21]Loan spells
Bond began his professional loan career while at Watford, seeking first-team experience in lower leagues. In December 2010, he joined non-league side Brackley Town on a one-month loan, where he made several appearances and kept a clean sheet in one match.[22][23] In October 2011, Bond moved to League Two club Forest Green Rovers on a one-month loan, providing cover for their first-choice goalkeeper. During the spell, he made four appearances before being recalled early by Watford.[24][25] His next loan came in February 2012 to League Two's Dagenham & Redbridge on a one-month deal, where the 18-year-old featured in five matches as a young prospect from Watford's academy.[26][12] Immediately following that, in March 2012, Bond was loaned to League One side Bury until the end of the 2011–12 season, aiming to build on his recent experience; however, limited opportunities followed his return from Dagenham.[27] After transferring to Reading in 2015, Bond's opportunities remained limited, leading to further loans. In August 2016, he joined League One club Gillingham on loan until January 2017, where he made eight appearances and conceded 10 goals during an injury-affected period at Reading.[19][28][29] In June 2017, Bond signed a six-month loan with League One rivals Peterborough United, which was extended until the end of the 2017–18 season in January 2018. He established himself as a regular, contributing to their promotion push in League One.[28][20][30]West Bromwich Albion
Bond joined West Bromwich Albion on 16 July 2018, signing a two-year contract on a free transfer from Reading following the club's relegation from the Premier League.[31] The signing was part of a rebuild in the goalkeeping department, with Bond providing depth behind first-choice goalkeeper Sam Johnstone and veteran backup Ali Al-Habsi.[32] Throughout his tenure, Bond served primarily as the third-choice goalkeeper, featuring sparingly in competitive matches. He made a total of seven appearances for the first team, all in domestic cup competitions, including outings in the EFL Cup and FA Cup.[33] Notable performances included a 1–0 victory over Charlton Athletic in the FA Cup third round in January 2020, where he kept a clean sheet.[34] Bond was part of the 2019–20 squad that secured promotion to the Premier League via the EFL play-offs, though he did not feature in the Championship campaign.[35] In September 2020, Bond agreed to a one-year contract extension, committing him to the club until June 2021. His time at The Hawthorns ended in January 2021 when he departed on a free transfer to join Major League Soccer side LA Galaxy.[4]LA Galaxy
Bond signed with Major League Soccer club LA Galaxy on January 14, 2021, joining as a free agent from West Bromwich Albion without occupying an international roster spot.[4] At 27 years old, he provided depth in goal amid the team's search for stability following a challenging 2020 season.[33] Bond quickly secured the starting role, making his MLS debut in April 2021 and anchoring the defense through the campaign.[36] In his debut season, he started all 31 regular-season matches, recording 121 saves and four shutouts while helping the Galaxy achieve a playoff berth despite midseason inconsistencies.[37] Over the next two seasons, Bond solidified his position as the primary goalkeeper, appearing in 93 total matches (all starts) across all competitions from 2021 to 2023, during which he tallied 16 clean sheets and conceded 147 goals.[38] His consistent shot-stopping and command of the penalty area were pivotal, particularly in 2022 when he earned the LA Galaxy Defender of the Year award for his league-leading performance among the club's backline.[39] That year, Bond posted seven shutouts in 34 appearances, contributing to a defensive improvement that saw the Galaxy finish higher in the Western Conference standings.[40] He also garnered individual recognition in 2021, including MLS Player of the Week honors for Week 7 after a 12-save shutout victory over the San Jose Earthquakes.[41] Bond's tenure placed him among the franchise's notable goalkeepers, ranking second in regular-season appearances (90) and tied for third in shutouts (16).[38] The Galaxy extended his contract in December 2022, affirming his value to the squad.[37] However, the club and Bond mutually parted ways on February 22, 2024, allowing him to pursue opportunities elsewhere ahead of the 2024 season.[38]Return to Watford
On 3 July 2024, Jonathan Bond rejoined Watford on a one-year contract with an option for an additional year, marking his return to the club where he began his professional career.[2][13] The 31-year-old goalkeeper had spent the previous three seasons with LA Galaxy in Major League Soccer, where he made over 90 appearances from 2021 to 2023.[10] His homecoming was positioned as adding experienced depth to Watford's goalkeeping options in the EFL Championship, with head coach Tom Cleverley praising Bond's familiarity with the club and his professional attributes.[2] During the 2024–25 season, Bond served primarily as a backup goalkeeper behind Daniel Bachmann, featuring in 13 appearances across all competitions, including nine in the Championship.[10] Bond's performances provided stability during a transitional period for the squad, though he was not a regular starter as Watford finished 14th in the Championship standings. Bond's stint ended on 11 April 2025, when he transferred to Houston Dynamo in MLS for an undisclosed fee, concluding a brief but impactful return that saw him reclaim a role at his boyhood club.[42][10]Houston Dynamo
Jonathan Bond joined Houston Dynamo FC on a full transfer from Watford FC on April 11, 2025, signing a contract through the 2026 season with a club option for 2027.[10] The move filled a domestic roster spot as a season-ending injury replacement for Andrew Tarbell, bringing Bond's extensive experience—including over 200 career appearances and prior MLS stints with LA Galaxy—to bolster the team's goalkeeper depth.[10] Houston Dynamo president of soccer Pat Onstad praised Bond's shot-stopping ability, command in the penalty area, and comfort playing out from the back, noting his value in providing stability during a competitive season.[10] Bond quickly established himself as the primary goalkeeper for Houston Dynamo in the 2025 MLS regular season, making 26 appearances and starting all of them.[40] He recorded 7 clean sheets while conceding 44 goals, with 66 saves at a save percentage that contributed to the team's defensive efforts amid a challenging campaign.[43] Additionally, Bond featured in 2 Leagues Cup matches, conceding 6 goals without securing a clean sheet.[40] Houston Dynamo finished 12th in the Western Conference, missing the MLS playoffs, but Bond's consistent play provided reliability in a rotation that saw him play full 90 minutes in every outing.[43] One of Bond's standout moments came on May 17, 2025, during a 2-0 Texas Derby victory over FC Dallas, where he made a highlight-reel save in the 38th minute by backtracking to parry away Anderson Julio's long-range strike from midfield.[44] This performance, which earned immediate consideration for MLS Save of the Year, helped secure his third clean sheet in just six starts since joining the club.[44] Later in the season, Bond contributed to a 3-2 road win at St. Louis City SC on August 30, 2025, making crucial interventions in the closing stages to preserve the result and keep Houston in playoff contention.[45]International career
Youth international career
Bond began his youth international career representing Wales, earning caps at the under-17 and under-19 levels between 2009 and 2011. At the under-17 level, he featured in UEFA European Under-17 Championship qualifying matches, including a notable performance on October 3, 2009, against Russia, where he scored an equalizing goal in the 88th minute from a corner kick, helping Wales secure a 2–1 victory after James Loveridge's winner in added time.[46] For the under-19 team, Bond made six appearances, primarily in European Championship qualifiers, contributing to Wales' efforts in Group 7 during the 2010/11 season. He was also called up to the Wales under-21 squad prior to switching his allegiance. In 2013, Bond opted to represent England at youth level, eligible through his birthplace in Hemel Hempstead. He made his debut for the England under-21s on November 19, 2013, coming on as a half-time substitute for Jack Butland in a 9–0 UEFA European Under-21 Championship qualifying win over San Marino at New Meadow.[47] Over the following two years, Bond accumulated 5 caps for the England U21s, often serving as a backup goalkeeper behind Butland, with appearances in qualifiers and friendlies such as the 3–0 win over Moldova in September 2014 and the 3–2 win over Germany in March 2015.[48][49] Bond was included in England's squad for the 2015 UEFA European Under-21 Championship in the Czech Republic, where the team advanced to the group stage but exited without a win, drawing 0–0 with Portugal and France before losing 1–0 to Sweden; he remained an unused substitute throughout the tournament.[50] His final U21 appearance came in June 2015 during a friendly against Belarus.Senior international career
Bond holds dual citizenship with England and the United States, rendering him eligible to represent either country at the senior international level.[1] Despite establishing himself as a reliable goalkeeper in Major League Soccer with LA Galaxy and Houston Dynamo, Bond has not received a call-up to the United States men's national team (USMNT) or the England senior squad. His American eligibility stems from family ties, allowing him to pursue opportunities with the USMNT without occupying an international roster spot in MLS.[51][36] As of November 2025, Bond remains uncapped at the senior level, with no recorded appearances in official matches for any national team.[52]Career statistics
Club statistics
Jonathan Bond has accumulated 219 appearances in domestic league competitions throughout his professional club career, spanning multiple English leagues and Major League Soccer. As a goalkeeper, he has recorded 43 clean sheets while conceding 333 goals, achieving an average goals against per 90 minutes of 1.55. These figures highlight his experience across various levels, from the National Conference Premier to the Championship and MLS. During his tenure at West Bromwich Albion from 2018 to 2021, Bond did not feature in league matches but made seven appearances in cup competitions.[53] The table below summarizes his domestic league statistics by season, including matches played (MP), goals against (GA), clean sheets (CS), and goals against per 90 minutes (GA90).| Season | Club | League | MP | GA | CS | GA90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2012 | Dagenham & Redbridge | League Two | 5 | 7 | 2 | 1.40 |
| 2011–2012 | Bury | League One | 6 | 10 | 1 | 1.67 |
| 2011–2012 | Forest Green Rovers | Conf Premier | 4 | 4 | 0 | 1.00 |
| 2011–2012 | Watford | Championship | 1 | 1 | 0 | 11.25 |
| 2012–2013 | Watford | Championship | 8 | 9 | 0 | 1.33 |
| 2013–2014 | Watford | Championship | 10 | 20 | 3 | 2.11 |
| 2014–2015 | Watford | Championship | 3 | 5 | 0 | 2.16 |
| 2015–2016 | Reading | Championship | 14 | 13 | 6 | 0.93 |
| 2016–2017 | Gillingham | League One | 7 | 11 | 0 | 1.74 |
| 2017–2018 | Peterborough United | League One | 37 | 48 | 8 | 1.30 |
| 2018–2021 | West Bromwich Albion | Championship/Premier | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| 2021 | LA Galaxy | MLS | 31 | 50 | 4 | 1.61 |
| 2022 | LA Galaxy | MLS | 34 | 51 | 7 | 1.50 |
| 2023 | LA Galaxy | MLS | 24 | 46 | 4 | 2.02 |
| 2024–2025 | Watford | Championship | 9 | 14 | 1 | 1.58 |
| 2025 | Houston Dynamo | MLS | 26 | 44 | 7 | 1.69 |
International statistics
Jonathan Bond's international statistics are confined to youth levels, as he has not represented any senior national team. Born in England but eligible for Wales through his family heritage, Bond initially played for Welsh youth squads before switching allegiance to England in 2013 following FIFA eligibility rules. His appearances were primarily as a goalkeeper, with no goals scored except for one notable equalizer in a Wales U17 match. Detailed records show limited starts across competitive qualifiers and friendlies, reflecting his role as a backup in most squads. Comprehensive records for youth appearances are limited; figures based on available match logs and announcements as of 2025. The following table summarizes Bond's verified youth international appearances by level, based on official club announcements and match logs from reputable football databases.| National Team | Level | Appearances | Goals Conceded | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wales | U17 | 3 | Not specified | UEFA qualifiers in 2009 (vs. Iceland 3–2 win, 80 minutes; vs. Bosnia-Herzegovina 2–2 draw, 80 minutes; vs. Russia 2–1 win, 80 minutes, including scoring an equalising goal). | Transfermarkt match logs |
| Wales | U19 | Not specified | Not specified | Represented in UEFA U19 qualifiers; exact matches unverified. | Houston Dynamo FC official announcement |
| Wales | U21 | 0 | Not specified | Called up to squad before allegiance switch; no verified appearances. | Houston Dynamo FC official announcement |
| England | U20/U21 | 7 | Not specified | 2 for U20; 5 for U21 (in 2013–2015 qualifiers and friendlies). Squad member for 2014 Toulon Tournament but no appearances; limited starts in 2015 UEFA Euro U21 qualifiers squad. Featured as backup to Jack Butland in U21 setups under Gareth Southgate. | Houston Dynamo FC official announcement; The FA; Reading FC official announcement; Transfermarkt |