The 2021 Gold Cup is now on the books following several weeks of action in the battle for the Concacaf’s ultimate glory. The USAwere crowned after a dramatic final against lifelong rivals Mexico in a game that will live forever in GK Matt Turner’s memory.
The New England Revolution keeper was crucial for his team’s success, keeping five clean sheets out of six games, and making outstanding saves to help the USMNT in its way to the title. He spoke to Concacaf in an exclusive interview to reflect on everything that this championship left.
Gregg Berhalter’s squad faced a huge challenge having to fill in the shoes of the European-based players who weren’t called up for this tournament. Turner seemed to be having an even tougher job ahead of him, but not he not only responded perfectly, but he has also won the tournament’s best GK award.
Gold Cup 2021 best GK Matt Turner got the job done for the USMNT
The 27-year-old has certainly exceeded expectations in the 2021 Gold Cup. He has conceded just once in a 6-1 victory over Martinique in which the US won at ease. That game aside, he was a wall in the hosts’ goal.
This championship was certainly the biggest feat in Turner’s career. The USA have had to sweat until the very last minutes of almost every game in their road to the title. While they lacked ruthlessness in offense, their keeper has been a complete standout between the sticks.
The Gold Cup journey has ended in the best possible way for the USMNT and Matt Turner has played a pivotal role in its success. Click here to read Turner’s full interview with Concacaf.