Matt Turner holds the belief that the United States Men’s National Team (USMNT) has the potential to become the champions of the world. Turner, who currently plays as a goalkeeper for Nottingham Forest in England, is one of the few American players to have made a name for themselves in the country. As the first-choice keeper for both his club and the USMNT, Turner’s optimism stems from the fact that the team is young and already possesses World Cup experience. With the 2026 FIFA World Cup set to be hosted by the United States, Turner considers this tournament to be even more special and believes that the fans deserve a victory on home soil.
In the previous edition of the World Cup in 2022, Turner was selected as the primary goalkeeper for the USMNT and started in all four matches. His outstanding performance included two clean sheets, making him the first American player to achieve this feat in a single World Cup tournament. However, it is worth noting that Turner has faced criticism for his below-par displays in the league, where he has conceded 28 goals in 17 appearances. The Premier League has recorded three errors leading to goals by Turner, which has raised concerns regarding his position as the first-choice keeper. Nevertheless, Turner managed to redeem himself with a crucial save in the FA Cup, securing his team’s progression to the next round.
In a recent match against Bristol City, the initial 90 minutes ended in a draw, with goals from DIvock Origi and Jason Knight resulting in a 1-1 scoreline. The game proceeded into an additional 30 minutes, which produced the same outcome, leading to a penalty shootout. Nottingham Forest held a 2-1 advantage in penalties when Turner’s skills as a goalkeeper became vital. During City’s second penalty, Turner displayed exceptional diving abilities, denying Sam Bell’s shot and preserving his team’s lead. The penalty shootout concluded with a scoreline of 5-3, with Turner’s save ultimately making the difference and securing victory for Nottingham Forest.
According to the Source firstsportz.com