Sebastian Berhalter scores and assists in World Cup match against Turkey

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Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Sebastian Berhalter scores and assists in World Cup match against Turkey
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The USMNT faced Turkey in a World Cup match in Los Angeles, losing 3-2 on Thursday. Despite the defeat, Sebastian Berhalter became the first US player to score and assist in the same World Cup match since 1966. Berhalter provided a corner for Aaron Trusty’s goal and later scored with a long-range effort. The USMNT, having already secured advancement from Group D, will now meet Bosnia and Herzegovina in San Francisco on Thursday, aiming for a spot in the last 16.

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  • USMNT lost 3-2 to Turkey in a World Cup match.
  • Sebastian Berhalter scored and assisted in the match.
  • The USMNT secured a place in the knockout stage.
  • Next match is against Bosnia and Herzegovina on Thursday.
  • USMNT last reached the quarter-finals in 2002.
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  • 4:52 AMYahoo SportsSebastian Berhalter breaks USMNT World Cup record as Bosnia and Herzegovina await in round of 32
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The USMNT have eyes on further World Cup progress following their loss to Turkey on Thursday in Los Angeles. Mauricio Pochettino’s side were already through as winners of Group D following victories over Paraguay and Australia, so the result did not make a difference to their overall campaign despite the late disappointment.

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