USMNT's Copa América prep ends with a step in the right direction

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ORLANDO, Florida -- As United States men's national team goalkeeper Matt Turner prepared to answer questions in the postmatch mixed zone Wednesday, he found himself face-to-face with United States legend Kasey Keller. The former USMNT keeper offered up his congratulations to Turner for the latter's heroics in the 1-1 draw against Brazil.

After Keller had departed, Turner remarked, "That was cool. What a guy."

It was fitting that the two should exchange a quick word, as they now share the rare distinction of avoiding defeat against Brazil. It was Keller's stellar performance against the Seleção back in the semifinals of the 1998 Gold Cup that almost…