While some may view the starting goalkeeper position as locked down for the next decade by the capable Zack Steffen, there is always room for competition. Times change, injuries happen, and development progresses up or down in a maddeningly unpredictable way. Solid depth is required, with the backup ready to be called upon with little warning. Matt Turner, an emerging potential challenger, is on the rise, recently making his national team debut and continuing his rapid growth.
United States Men’s National Team head coach Gregg Berhalter showed confidence in the uncapped player, naming him the starter prior to the friendly against Trinidad and Tobago last weekend.