World Cup 2026: USMNT stunned by Türkiye in stoppage time, losing perfect group stage run
The USMNT suffered a 3-2 defeat to Türkiye in stoppage time, ending their perfect group stage run at the 2026 World Cup.
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The brief
The United States Men's National Team lost its final group stage match against Türkiye following a goal during stoppage time. Despite the loss, the U.S. finished at the top of its group.
Coverage from ESPN, The Guardian, and The Canberra Times emphasizes the reaction of coach Pochettino, who questioned the press regarding their line of inquiry following the team's group win. Reports also note that Christian Pulisic entered the match as a substitute during the contest.
Future reports will track the team's progression in the tournament bracket. Coverage does not yet specify the specific impact of this result on the U.S. upcoming knockout stage pairings.
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Quick answers
What was the final score of the USMNT vs. Türkiye match?
The match ended in a 3-2 victory for Türkiye.
Did the U.S. team qualify for the next round?
Yes, the U.S. won the group despite the loss to Türkiye.
Was Christian Pulisic involved in the match?
Yes, coverage confirms Pulisic entered the game as a substitute.
Coverage (11)
- The Biggest Group Stage Flops of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Yahoo Sports · 87d ago
- Here are the numbers that explain the World Cup group stage Northeastern Global News · 88d ago
- U.S. loses final World Cup group stage match, but coach isn’t worried Los Angeles Times · 90d ago
- This wasn’t the way the US men’s soccer team wanted to go into the World Cup knockout round The Boston Globe · 90d ago
- Pochettino abruptly ends press conference after USMNT’s Turkey loss: ‘Sorry guys, we won (the group)’ The New York Times · 90d ago
- Christian Pulisic subs on as U.S. loses to Türkiye on last kick ESPN · 90d ago
- A last-second goal ends the World Cup honeymoon for Mauricio Pochettino and the USA. Now the real work begins CNN · 90d ago
- Pochettino puzzled by media's questions after U.S. wins group ESPN · 90d ago
- Too little, too late for Turkey who edge US in thriller The Canberra Times · 90d ago
- Pochettino chides press for questions after 3-2 loss to Turkey: ‘We won the group’ The Guardian · 90d ago
- Christian Pulisic subs on as U.S. loses to Türkiye on last kick ESPN · 90d ago
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