USA suffer late defeat to Turkey but eye Bosnia and Herzegovina in World Cup knockout stage
Summary
The US men's soccer team lost 3-2 to Turkey in their final group game at the World Cup but had already secured first place in Group D. They will face Bosnia and Herzegovina in the knockout stage, raising some questions after their loss and a mostly rotated squad.Key Facts
- The US scored more goals in one World Cup game than ever before this summer.
- They won two straight World Cup matches for the first time in modern history.
- The US finished top of Group D before their last match against Turkey.
- Turkey won the game 3-2 with a goal at the very end by Kaan Ayhan.
- The match was played in front of 70,492 fans at Los Angeles Stadium.
- The US started strong with Auston Trusty scoring early but gave up two goals before halftime.
- Sebastian Berhalter scored a goal just after halftime to equalize.
- Coach Mauricio Pochettino rotated most of the starting lineup due to injuries and strategy.
- The US defense struggled at times, allowing Turkey to take the lead.
- The US will now play Bosnia and Herzegovina in the World Cup knockout stage.
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