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Pulisic misses press after USMNT loss to Turkey in World Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 1:35 PM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Pulisic misses press after USMNT loss to Turkey in World Cup

Summary

Christian Pulisic returned to the USMNT lineup but could not prevent a 3-2 loss to Turkey. Pulisic performed well individually, attempting three shots and striking the woodwork. Coach Mauricio Pochettino expressed confusion over the media's negative reaction to the team's performance, noting the squad's accomplishment of finishing first in their group. Pulisic opted not to engage with reporters following the match and went straight to the team bus instead, as the tournament progresses with the USMNT aiming for a Round of 32 clash against Bosnia and Herzegovina next Wednesday.

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By the Numbers

•Pulisic scored once in his World Cup career prior to this match.
•Turkey secured the win with a late goal from Kaan Ayhan.
•USMNT finished first in their group despite the loss.
•Pochettino rotated nine players from the previous match against Australia.
•The team faces Bosnia and Herzegovina next Wednesday.

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1:35 PMYahoo Sports — Christian Pulisic refuses to break silence as Mauricio Pochettino rages at media

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Christian Pulisic returned to the USMNT lineup but could not help the United States beat Turkey, as Mauricio Pochettino expressed confusion at the gloomy reaction from the press
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