The update says Friedel believes the decision is being shaped day by day on the training ground, with Pochettino and goalkeeping coach Toni Jiménez weighing who is delivering most consistently.
That matters because goalkeeper selection is rarely just about the last match. It is about trust.
For a manager preparing for a tournament, rhythm and reliability often carry huge weight.
Friedel knows both players well, and his comparison is telling. The report says he sees “many similarities” between Turner and Freese, while also drawing a clear technical distinction.
That feels like a genuine style choice rather than an obvious hierarchy. If Pochettino wants authority in the air, one answer may emerge. If he wants a pure shot-stopper, another may.
The presence of Chris Brady matters even if experience still seems to lean toward Turner or Freese. A young goalkeeper entering the picture changes the tone of the competition. It raises the standard in every session and reminds the senior options that nothing is guaranteed.
Friedel’s closing line summed it up: “Vamos ver quem o Mauricio escolhe. Que vença o melhor.”
That is the storyline now. When the United States face Germany, every touch, claim and save will feel like an audition - and the biggest decision may still be waiting until the very end.