Matt Freese starts in goal for USA over Matt Turner
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 11:56 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Matt Freese has been selected to start as goalkeeper for the United States against Paraguay. Coach Mauricio Pochettino favored Freese due to his recent performance and Turner's declining form. Freese has been reliable in previous matches, including a friendly against Germany prior to the World Cup. The decision has drawn mixed reactions from fans, noting Turner's greater experience with the national team. Freese has the opportunity to further secure his role ahead of important upcoming matches.
- •Matt Freese replaces Matt Turner as goalkeeper for USA.
- •Freese started in a previous friendly against Germany.
- •Decision based on Turner's recent form issues.
- •Pochettino shows confidence in Freese's abilities.
- •Mixed fan reactions highlight the controversial nature of the choice.
- 11:56 PMYahoo Sports — Why Matt Freese is playing goalie for USA over Matt Turner
"It's a big call for the United States in goal.
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