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Turkey beats US with last-gasp goal; Americans still advance in World Cup
By ABC Detroit at WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
Kaan Ayhan scored on the final kick of the match, and Turkey beat the United States 3-2 Thursday night for its only win of the World Cup.Auston Trusty scored in the third minute and Sebastian Berhalter got a tying goal early in the second half for the Americans, who had already won Group D with v...
Key takeaway Coach Mauricio Pochettinos team will meet Bosnia-Herzegovina in the Round of 32 on Wednesday.
Why this matters in The Detroit
Detroit area soccer fans who gathered to watch the US team play Turkey were likely on the edge of their seats as the match came down to the wire. Although the Americans ultimately lost 3-2, their advancement to the Round of 32 will keep local interest in the World Cup alive. With the US set to face Bosnia-Herzegovina on Wednesday, fans in the Detroit area will be watching to see how coach Mauricio Pochettino's team performs in the knockout stage. The fact that Christian Pulisic, a key player, was able to return from injury and see some action against Turkey is a positive sign for the team's prospects. As the World Cup continues, Detroit's soccer community will be paying close attention to the US team's progress, and local bars and restaurants may see an uptick in business as fans gather to watch the matches.
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Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
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