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USMNT World Cup Lineup vs. Türkiye: Balogun, Jedi, Adams, Richards Won't Start

USMNT reshuffles lineup ahead of high-stakes World Cup showdown with Türkiye

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The brief

Coach Mauricio Pochettino has signaled significant tactical adjustments ahead of the match, which will determine the team’s progression in the tournament. Coverage highlights the strategic implications of the lineup changes, with outlets like Yahoo Sports and US Soccer noting Pochettino’s potential shift in formation or style.

PBS frames the game as a pivotal moment for the U.S., given Türkiye’s winless record in the group stage so far. Live updates from US Soccer and streaming details from *The Hollywood Reporter* emphasize the match’s significance as the final group-stage fixture in Los Angeles.

Watch for reactions from the excluded players and tactical analysis post-match, as well as how the U.S. adapts to Türkiye’s likely aggressive approach. The outcome will shape the team’s knockout-stage hopes.

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Quick answers

Why were Balogun, Jedi, Adams, and Richards left out?

Coverage does not yet specify reasons, but Pochettino has hinted at major lineup changes ahead of the match.

What’s at stake for the U.S. in this game?

A win secures a spot in the knockout stage; Türkiye’s winless group record adds pressure on the U.S. to advance.

Where and when is the match being played?

The game is scheduled in Los Angeles as the final Group D fixture on June 26, 2026.

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USMNT World Cup 2026 Türkiye football lineup changes Group D

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