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U.S. men's team falls to Turkey at 2026 World Cup before knockout round

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 4:18 AM

Last updated Jun 26, 2026

U.S. men's team falls to Turkey at 2026 World Cup before knockout round
Summary

The U.S. men's soccer team lost 3-2 to Turkey on June 25 during the 2026 World Cup in Inglewood, California. Despite the defeat, the U.S. had already secured its place in the Round of 32 with prior victories against Australia and Paraguay. Kaan Ayhan scored the decisive goal for Turkey on the final kick of the match, marking Turkey's only win in the tournament. The Americans will face Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Round of 32 on July 1 in Santa Clara, California.

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  • •U.S. led early but lost to Turkey 3-2.
  • •Match took place at SoFi Stadium on June 25.
  • •U.S. previously secured spots with wins over Australia and Paraguay.
  • •Next match is against Bosnia and Herzegovina on July 1.
  • •Turkey's win was its only match victory in the tournament.
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  • 4:18 AMYahoo Sports — U.S. men suffer first 2026 World Cup loss to Turkey before knockout round
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The U.S. men's team had already clinched its spot in the Round of 32, the knockout round, with its 2-0 win over Australia on Friday.

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