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USMNT falls to Türkiye 3-2 in World Cup group stage finale

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 6:30 AM

Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

The USMNT lost to Türkiye 3-2 in their final group-stage match at the FIFA World Cup on June 25, 2026, in Inglewood, California. Despite having already secured a place in the knockout stage, the team struggled in a match viewed by some as an opportunity for experimentation. Sebastian Berhalter was named Player of the Match for his performance. Following the defeat, USMNT midfielder Gianluca Busio discussed the team's mindset as they prepare for their Round of 32 matchup against Bosnia and Herzegovina. Analysts are debating if the loss serves as a wake-up call for the team.

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By the Numbers

•USMNT lost to Türkiye 3-2 in the group stage.
•Match took place on June 25, 2026, in Inglewood, CA.
•Sebastian Berhalter was named Player of the Match.
•Gianluca Busio shared insights on team preparation.
•Next, USMNT plays Bosnia and Herzegovina in Round of 32.

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6:30 AMYahoo Sports — USMNT Fall to Türkiye, Time to Panic? Gianluca Busio Joins & Bosnia Knockout Preview

What they're saying

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react live to the USMNT's 3-2 loss to Türkiye to close out the World Cup group stage and debate whether the performance is a warning sign or simply the result of a meaningless match. The guys name Sebastian Berhalter their Player of the Match before being joined by Gianluca Busio, Nate Bukaty and Aly Trost Martin to break down the biggest takeaways, reveal their USMNT stock up and stock down picks, and preview the Americans' Round of 32 showdown against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
— Yahoo Sportsby Alexis Guerreros,Christian Polanco

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