Already-eliminated Turkiye concluded their FIFA World Cup 2026 journey on a positive note by defeating Group D winners and co-hosts USA 3-2 at Los Angeles Stadium. Mauricio Pochettino made significant changes to the US team, securing a win for Turkiye in their final match despite a disappointing campaign. Auston Trusty scored first for the USA, but Turkiye responded with two goals in the first half.
Sebastian Berhalter’s goal early in the second half equalized the score, but Turkiye secured the victory with a late goal in stoppage time. Trusty’s early goal for the USA was the second-fastest in USMNT World Cup history, while Arda Guler became Turkiye’s youngest World Cup goalscorer during the match. Berhalter’s goal and assist marked a historic moment for the USA team in this World Cup.
Despite a strong performance from Christian Pulisic, Turkiye emerged victorious with Kaan Ayhan’s late winner in the eighth minute of stoppage time, sealing a memorable end to their tournament.
