Matt Turner (soccer)'s Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Matt Turner (soccer).

Matt Turner is an American professional soccer player renowned for his role as a goalkeeper. Currently, he plays for Nottingham Forest in the Premier League and is a key member of the United States national team. He is known for his shot-stopping abilities and command of his area. Turner's rise to prominence includes noteworthy performances in Major League Soccer before transitioning to European football. His contributions to both club and country have solidified his reputation as a top-tier goalkeeper.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1930: US Goalkeeper Clean Sheets in FIFA World Cup

Matt Turner became the first U.S. goalkeeper to record multiple clean sheets in one edition of the FIFA World Cup since 1930.

2014: Tim Howard's record for shots saved

Tim Howard saved 15 shots against Belgium at the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

August 24, 2016: Last Revolution Clean Sheet before Turner

August 24, 2016, was the last time a Revolution keeper had recorded a clean sheet before Turner's on March 31, 2018.

March 31, 2018: First MLS Clean Sheet

On March 31, 2018, Matt Turner recorded his first MLS clean sheet in a 2–0 win against Houston Dynamo FC.

2019: Statistics since 2019 season

Matt Turner's save percentage in 2020 was the highest of any MLS keeper since the start of the 2019 season.

2020: Standout Season and MLS Goalkeeper of the Year Finalist

In 2020, Matt Turner had a standout season, becoming a finalist for the MLS Goalkeeper of the Year Award, setting a new club record for goals against per game (1.08) and leading the team to a second consecutive trip to the MLS Cup Playoffs.

2020: Team MVP and Player of the Year

In 2020, Matt Turner was voted the Revolution team MVP by fans, Revolution Player of the Year by teammates, and Midnight Riders Man of the Year by the supporters group.

August 25, 2021: MLS All-Star Game MVP

On August 25, 2021, Matt Turner was named the 2021 MLS All-Star Game MVP after making two penalty saves against the Liga MX All-Stars.

2021: CONCACAF Gold Cup

In 2021, Matt Turner started in all six games for the United States in the CONCACAF Gold Cup, recorded five clean sheets, and was awarded "Best Goalkeeper" of the tournament.

2021: MLS Goalkeeper of the Year

In 2021, Matt Turner won the MLS Goalkeeper of the Year award.

2023: CONCACAF Nations League Finals

In 2023, Matt Turner started in both games for the USMNT at the CONCACAF Nations League Finals, winning the competition, being selected as the best goalkeeper, and being named to the CNL Finals Best XI.

2023: 2023 CONCACAF Gold Cup

In 2023, during the CONCACAF Gold Cup, Matt Turner saved a penalty against Jamaica and saved two penalties against Canada, earning man of the match honors.

2024: CONCACAF Nations League Title

In 2024, Matt Turner won the CONCACAF Nations League with the U.S.

2024: Shots saved against Brazil

On June 12, 2024, Matt Turner saved 11 shots in the friendly 1–1 draw against Brazil, the most for a U.S. goalkeeper since Tim Howard's 15 against Belgium at the 2014 FIFA World Cup.