Harvard economics grad Matt Freese became the USMNT's starting goalkeeper by building data models and penalty kick research into his preparation.

Matt Freese became the first active MLS player to start a World Cup match in goal for the USMNT and now prepares to face Türkiye again in 2026.

USMNT goalkeeper Matt Freese earns praise for World Cup composure with two clean sheets in two matches, becoming the first active MLS player to start in

Matt Freese became the first Harvard alumnus and first active MLS goalkeeper to start a World Cup match for the USMNT, helping the US beat Paraguay 4-1.

Matt Freese, who holds an Ivy League economics degree, came out of practically nowhere to secure the job as the U.S. national team’s starting goalkeeper | Football News

Harvard economics grad Matt Freese became the USMNT's starting goalkeeper by building data models and penalty kick research into his preparation.