United States goalkeeper Tim Howard can’t stop rejecting people, even after coming home from the World Cup. After putting on an amazing display and becoming an Internet sensation during the USMNT’s surprisingly impressive run in Brazil, Howard arrived at LAX where he was greeted by plenty of adoring fans.

One fan was a bit too adoring, however, and became the latest victim of a Tim Howard denial. After shaking Howard’s hand, the fan decided to test his luck and go in for a hug…and that’s when Howard activated his force field:

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Awwwwwkward.

[TMZ Sports]