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Turner starts vs. Senegal, boosts WC hopes
1 Jun
Summary
- Matt Turner is the starting goalkeeper for the USMNT.
- Ricardo Pepi earns a start after a strong season.
- The USMNT will use up to 11 substitutes in the match.
Matt Turner's bid to be the United States' primary goalkeeper for the upcoming World Cup has gained momentum. He was selected by coach Mauricio Pochettino to start in the team's first pre-tournament friendly against Senegal, played at Bank of America Stadium.
Turner, who was the starter in the previous World Cup, had been serving as backup but has now been given a key opportunity. Ricardo Pepi, a forward who scored 19 goals for PSV Eindhoven this season, will also feature in the starting lineup, marking his first start since November 18, 2024.
Coach Pochettino indicated that significant squad rotation is expected during the match. The friendly is being used as a final tune-up, with both the United States and Senegal agreeing to utilize the maximum of 11 substitutes allowed under FIFA rules. The game is scheduled to kick off at 3:30 p.m. ET.
