# Matt Turner: From New Jersey to the Premier League
Nottingham Forest and USA goalkeeper Matt Turner has been on a remarkable journey from his hometown of New Jersey to the Premier League. In a recent interview with Football Focus’ Liam Loftus, Turner discussed his “dream” journey and the challenges he faced along the way.
## A Journey of Hard Work and Dedication
Turner’s journey to the Premier League began in his hometown of New Jersey, where he was a standout goalkeeper for his high school team. After graduating, he went on to play college soccer at Fairfield University in Connecticut. It was there that Turner began to make a name for himself, as he was named the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Goalkeeper of the Year in 2017.
After college, Turner signed with the New England Revolution of Major League Soccer (MLS). He quickly established himself as one of the top goalkeepers in the league, earning the starting job in 2019. He was also called up to the US Men’s National Team for a friendly against Mexico in September 2019.
In 2020, Turner made the move to Nottingham Forest of the English Premier League. It was a move that Turner had dreamed of since he was a child, and it was a testament to his hard work and dedication that he was able to make it happen.
## Challenges Along the Way
Turner’s journey to the Premier League wasn’t without its challenges. As a goalkeeper, he faced a lot of pressure to perform at a high level every game. He also had to adjust to a new style of play in England, which was much different than what he was used to in MLS.
In addition, Turner had to deal with the physical demands of playing in the Premier League. The pace of play is much faster than in MLS, and the physicality of the game is much higher. This meant that Turner had to be in peak physical condition in order to compete at the highest level.
## Looking Ahead
Now that Turner has made it to the Premier League, he is looking ahead to the future. He is determined to make the most of his opportunity and prove that he belongs at this level. He is also eager to help Nottingham Forest reach their goals this season and beyond.
You can watch Turner and Nottingham Forest in action on Saturday, 21 October when they take on Liverpool in the Premier League. Tune in to Football Focus at 12:00 BST on BBC One, BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website & app for all the latest news and views from Nottingham Forest.
Matt Turner’s journey from New Jersey to the Premier League is an inspiring one, and it serves as a reminder that hard work and dedication can pay off in the end. With his determination and talent, there is no telling how far Turner can go in his career.