World Cup 2026: USMNT stunned by Türkiye in stoppage time, losing perfect group stage run
The USMNT's unbeaten World Cup run concludes with a stoppage-time loss to Türkiye, sparking a tense post-match exchange with manager Mauricio Pochettino.
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The brief
The United States Men’s National Team suffered a 3-2 defeat against Türkiye following a last-second goal. Despite the loss, the U.S. squad finished at the top of their group.
Christian Pulisic entered the match as a substitute during the contest. Coverage from The New York Times, ESPN, CNN, The Guardian, and The Canberra Times highlights the friction between the media and Mauricio Pochettino.
Future updates will likely track the team's preparations for the next stage of the tournament. Coverage does not yet specify the upcoming opponent or the specific logistical schedule for the knockout rounds.
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Quick answers
What was the final score of the USMNT vs. Türkiye match?
The match ended in a 3-2 loss for the United States.
Did the U.S. qualify for the next round?
Yes, coverage confirms that the USMNT finished as the winner of their group.
How did Mauricio Pochettino respond to the match result?
Pochettino expressed frustration during the post-match press conference, emphasizing that the team won the group before ending the session early.
Coverage (7)
- Pochettino abruptly ends press conference after USMNT’s Turkey loss: ‘Sorry guys, we won (the group)’ The New York Times · 3h ago
- Christian Pulisic subs on as U.S. loses to Türkiye on last kick ESPN · 3h ago
- A last-second goal ends the World Cup honeymoon for Mauricio Pochettino and the USA. Now the real work begins CNN · 3h ago
- Pochettino puzzled by media's questions after U.S. wins group ESPN · 3h ago
- Too little, too late for Turkey who edge US in thriller The Canberra Times · 3h ago
- Pochettino chides press for questions after 3-2 loss to Turkey: ‘We won the group’ The Guardian · 3h ago
- Christian Pulisic subs on as U.S. loses to Türkiye on last kick ESPN · 3h ago
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