Matt Turner was a late arrival to soccer and didn’t seriously play the game or even the position of goalkeeper until he was a teenager. It was the 2010 FIFA World Cup and Landon Donovan’s last-minute goal against Algeria that hooked him. The New Jersey-native’s path to professional soccer is one of the most unique of any athlete at the 2022 FIFA World Cup and now he’ll have the opportunity to represent his country in Qatar. 26 Stories presented by Volkswagen.
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22 Comments
Amazing story of perseverance and not quitting!
Couldn't happen to a nicer guy. I hope he shows the world what a world class keeper he is during the WC and helps the US team do well.
North Jersey baby. Let's go USA.
Matt really started late in soccer like me but he had a dream and worked hard for it. Tremendous heart and dedication led him to a World Cup reality.
He has one of the coolest stories on this team.
Who is here after that win in penalties?
love to see a bill gaudette cameo!!
You want some inspirational shit? You got it. Matt Turner.
Bravo
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Becoming arguably the best american goalie after not playing real competitive soccer until 16 is unreal. What a story.
man matt your career is so inspirational that you can own that mistake and build and become who you are because of it. im ashamed to say all that hate would probably make someone as weak minded as i am walk away from something they love. props matt. i hope you do great for us in WC.
Happy to have him at Arsenal
I remember that lowlight video. Can't believe that was you. A lowlight video that could destroy a career and look at you now. Congrats Matt and what a fortitude of courage.
Let’s go Matt!
Good luck young lady! 🌈
Hola Matt T God Bless You Go Go Go UAS
You Are the Best
Best story yet. The American dream soccer version. Truly hope you have a great World Cup. Let’s go USA!!
I'm sure someone saw that ESPN lowlight and sarcastically posted, "future USA goalkeeper!"
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American audience should put more attention at the US soccer team
Woah this is why arsenal was on top league,they have all great goalkeeper