The U.S. men's national team fell 3-2 to Turkey in its final World Cup group stage match at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, on Thursday, June 25, 2026. The match was part of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which the United States is co-hosting with Canada and Mexico.
The game appeared destined to end in a draw, but substitute Kaan Ayhan scored with the last kick of the match to secure the victory for Turkey. The goal came in stoppage time, denying the U.S. a point in the group standings.
With the loss, the U.S. team now awaits the round of 32, having advanced from the group stage. The team's performance in the tournament has been closely watched as it plays on home soil.
