Tim Weah calls USMNT performance against Turkey 'horrible

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Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Tim Weah calls USMNT performance against Turkey 'horrible
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Tim Weah, returning to the USMNT starting lineup, criticized his performance in the 3-2 loss to Turkey on June 25. Weah struggled to keep pace with Turkey’s players, leading to multiple defensive lapses. He expressed disappointment in himself, despite acknowledging the team's efforts to equalize. Coach Mauricio Pochettino made extensive lineup changes for the match, having already secured the top position in Group D. The USMNT must focus on improvements ahead of their next match.

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  • USMNT lost 3-2 to Turkey in their final group game on June 25.
  • Weah returned to the starting lineup and described his play as 'horrible'.
  • Pochettino made significant changes due to prior group success.
  • Weston McKennie was the only starter from the previous match against Paraguay.
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  • 6:54 AMYahoo Sports`I played a horrible game' Tim Weah gives brutal assessment of performance
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Tim Weah returned to the USMNT's starting lineup as Mauricio Pochettino made wholesale changes for final group game

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