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Maxi Moralez scored in the 27th minute and visiting No. 5 seed New York City FC defeated the top seed and Supporters' Shield champion Philadelphia Union 1-0 in Sunday night's second Eastern Conference semifinal.

NYCFC Need USMNT No. 1 Freese To Perform Miracles To Upset Philly

You’ll probably notice New York City FC goalkeeper Matt Freese preparing meticulously ahead of Sunday’s MLS Cup Playoffs Eastern Conference semifinal against the Philadelphia Union.

Soccer News / NBC Sports / November 18

Watch: Uruguay with a STUNNER

Soccer News / NBC Sports / November 18

Watch: Giorgian de Arrascaeta's bicycle kick gets Uruguay on the board v. United States

United States Mens Soccer News / Yardbarker / November 18

USMNT vs. Uruguay: Key takeaways from Americans' decisive win

It was a rollicking, stylish performance against one of South America's best teams — one that will define coach Mauricio Pochettino's USMNT era for years to come.

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Soccer News / Yardbarker / November 10

USMNT leverages new leaders for final matches of 2025

The U.S. Men's National Team is back in action. It's closing out 2025 with two key friendlies against Paraguay (on Saturday) and Uruguay (on Nov. 18) Both nations have qualified for the 2026 World Cup.

Christian Pulisic out, Gio Reyna in: Takeaways from the USMNT's November roster

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Soccer News / Athlon Sports / September 19

USMNT's Matt Freese Explains Turning Down Manchester United – 'A Family Decision'

Matt Freese is seen as the new key goalkeeper of the USMNT and made an impact this summer in the Gold Cup under Mauricio Pochettino. The NYCFC keeper is regarded as one of the favorites to be part of the USMNT World Cup roster for the 2026 World Cup.

New York City FC extend GK Matt Freese through 2030

New York City FC signed emergent goalkeeper Matt Freese to a contract extension through the 2030 season on Thursday. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Reims News / Athlon Sports / September 9

Matt Freese Silences Pochettino's Critics After Dominant USMNT Win vs Japan

The USMNT defeated the Japan national team 2-0 at the Lower.com Field in Columbus, Ohio. The win is described as the best USMNT performance under Mauricio Pochettino against a top team.

Matt Turner Reveals True Feelings On Matt Freese Displacing Him As USMNT's Starting Goalkeeper

Matt Turner has been one of the faces of this new USMNT generation. Turner has already played in a World Cup with Team USA after starting in all four games in Qatar in 2022.

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / August 12

Matt Turner Opens Up About Tough Stint In Premier League- 'Feeling Loved Again'

Matt Turner has been the starting goalkeeper for the USMNT for years—until Mauricio Pochettino gave Matt Freese a chance, pushing Turner to the bench. Now on loan from Lyon to the New England Revolution, Turner is happy to be playing in MLS again and has compared his experience playing in Europe with playing in the U.S.

Freese 'devastated' but hungry after Mexico loss

USMNT goalkeeper Matt Freese said he felt devastated following the Gold Cup final loss to Mexico, but insists it will be motivation for the World Cup.

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Mauricio Pochettino confirms Matt Turner's USMNT future

Matt Freese faced heavy criticism after his mistake in the final group stage match against Haiti in the Gold Cup. Many suggested Mauricio Pochettino should replace him with veteran Matt Turner — but that didn’t happen in the quarter-final clash against Costa Rica.

NYCFC Goalkeeper Matt Freese Shines with Legendary Gold Cup Performances for the USMNT

Matt Turner has been the USMNT goalkeeper since before the last World Cup in Qatar, despite not getting major minutes since his switch from the MLS to Europe. Mauricio Pochettino decided to bench the veteran national team keeper for a newer option.

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Soccer News / Field Level Media / June 30

Gold Cup: USMNT beats Costa Rica on PKs, reaches semis

Matt Freese made three saves in the shootout and Damion Downs scored the winner in the bottom of the sixth round as the U.S. defeated Costa Rica 4-3 on penalties in Minneapolis on Sunday to advance to the CONCACAF Gold Cup semifinals.

Borussia Monchengladbach News / Field Level Media / June 27

NYCFC to put quick-strike offense up against CF Montreal

New York City FC will hope to tally another positive result absent starting goalkeeper Matt Freese as they visit a struggling CF Montreal on Saturday night.

Nottingham Forest News / Athlon Sports / June 26

Tim Howard & Landon Donovan Disagrees On Matt Freese's USMNT Future Vs Costa Rica

Tim Howard and Landon Donovan don't agree about Matt Freese playing versus Costa Rica, as the New York City goalkeeper made a mistake that almost cost the USMNT the win over Haiti.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / June 11

NYCFC battles Atlanta United without GK Matt Freese

Both New York City FC and visiting Atlanta United will look to shake off any rust from a two-week break when the clubs meet in an Eastern Conference matchup on Thursday.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / May 14

New York City FC controls play but settles for 0-0 draw with D.C. United

In a match that saw New York City FC generate most of the scoring opportunities, its offensive woes continued against host D.C. United in a scoreless draw Wednesday night.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / May 4

New York City FC ends FC Cincinnati's winning streak

Julian Fernandez scored his second goal of the season early on and New York City FC held on for a 1-0 victory over visiting FC Cincinnati on Sunday. Matt Freese made four saves to preserve a second consecutive win by the same score after the Cityzens (5-4-2, 17 points) won at Toronto FC last weekend.