Türkiye hands USA a loss in final group match despite qualification
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 5:32 AM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Türkiye defeated the United States 3-2 in their final Group D match in Santa Clara on June 26. The USA took an early lead through Trusty but Türkiye turned the game around with goals from Arda Güler and Kökçü. USA leveled with Berhalter's goal from a set piece, yet Türkiye found a late winner in stoppage time via Ayhan. Despite the loss, the USA finished top of Group D and will face Bosnia in the round of 32. Australia and Paraguay played to a 0-0 draw, which was enough for Australia to secure second place in the group.
- •The USA lost to Türkiye 3-2 in their final group match.
- •USA leads early, but Türkiye scores three to take the win.
- •Ayhan's stoppage-time goal clinches victory for Türkiye.
- •Australia and Paraguay finish 0-0, securing Australia's second place.
- •USA faces Bosnia in the round of 32 on July 1.
- 5:32 AMYahoo Sports — 🎥 USA lose but stay top, Turkey 👋 by winning! Paraguay v Australia, dull 🥱
"Group D comes to a close with already-eliminated Türkiye beating hosts the United States, and a harmless draw between Australia and Paraguay. After two wins, the United States suffered a 3-2 defeat ...
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