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Revolution players endorse Matt Turner for USMNT starting goalkeeper

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 2:17 AM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Revolution players endorse Matt Turner for USMNT starting goalkeeper

Summary

New England Revolution players express strong support for goalkeeper Matt Turner to start for the United States Men’s National Team during the 2026 World Cup. The team holds its first match against Paraguay at Sofi Stadium in Los Angeles. Turner has shown impressive form, ranking in the top five for saves this season, with the Revolution currently placed fourth in the Eastern Conference. His experience as a starting goalkeeper in the last World Cup adds to his candidacy, although teammate Matt Freese is also in consideration. An official announcement on the starting goalkeeper for the opener has not yet been made.

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Latest Updates

•Matt Turner ranked top 5 in saves this season for New England Revolution.
•Revolution currently sits fourth in the Eastern Conference standings.
•Turner started all four matches for the USMNT in the last World Cup.
•USMNT will play Paraguay in the World Cup opener at Sofi Stadium.
•Announcement on starting goalkeeper is still pending.

Latest Updates

2:17 AMYahoo Sports — ‘He’s an unbelievable player’: Revolution players say GK Matt Turner should start for USMNT

What they're saying

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Matt Turner has played well for the New England Revolution during the first part of the season. He is top 5 in saves and the Revs are 4th in the eastern conference. Turner continues to be one of the best keepers when playing in Major League Soccer.
— Yahoo Sports

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