Despite a dramatic 3-2 victory over the USA in the 98th minute, Türkiye was still eliminated.
Türkiye defeated the USA 3-2 thanks to a decisive 98th-minute goal from Ayhan at SoFi Stadium, securing a historic three points.
- 0'The match has started.
Türkiye hosts the United States. - 3'GOAL! USA (0-1)
Minute 3:Auston Trusty(USA) scored (assist: Sebastian Berhalter). Score: 0 - 1. - 10'GOAL! Türkiye (1-1)
10th minute:Arda Güler(Türkiye) scored (assist: Baris Alper Yilmaz). Score: 1 - 1. - 19'Yellow card
19th minute: Sebastian Berhalter (USA) receives a yellow card (Foul). - 31'GOAL! Türkiye (2-1)
31st minute:Baris Alper Yilmaz(Türkiye) scored (assist: Orkun Kökçü). Score: 2 - 1. - 45'End of the first half
At the end of the first half, the score was 2-1. - 46'The second half has begun.
The second half has begun. - 49'GOAL! USA (2-2)
49th minute:Sebastian Berhalter(USA) scored. Score: 2 - 2. - 58'Substitution
58th minute (USA): Timothy Weah comes on to replace Christian Pulisic. - 76'Substitution
76th minute (USA): Giovanni Reyna comes on to replace Sergiño Dest. - 77'Substitution
77th minute (USA): Brenden Aaronson comes on to replace Álex Zendejas. - 77'Substitution
77th minute (USA): Joe Scally comes on to replace Alex Freeman. - 84'Substitution
84th minute (Türkiye): Zeki Çelik comes on as a substitute for Çağlar Söyüncü. - 84'Substitution
84th minute (Türkiye): Kenan Yıldız comes on to replace Can Yilmaz Uzun. - 86'Substitution
86th minute (USA): Weston McKennie comes on to replace Malik Tillman. - 88'Substitution
88th minute (Türkiye): Orkun Kökçü comes on to replace Kaan Ayhan. - 92'Substitution
92nd minute (Türkiye): Oğuz Aydın comes on to replace Mert Müldür. - 92'Substitution
92nd minute (Türkiye): Baris Alper Yilmaz comes on to replace İrfan Can Kahveci. - 98'GOAL! Türkiye (3-2)
98th minute:Kaan Ayhan(Türkiye) scored. Score: 3 - 2. - KTFinal score: Türkiye 3-2 USA
The match ended with a score of 3-2.
Updated at 11:04 AM on June 26, 2026
The clash between Türkiye and the USA at the 2026 World Cup is attracting significant attention from football fans as both teams enter the match with completely different mindsets. Taking place at SoFi Stadium, this match is not only a test of technical skill but also a test of character for both representatives of European and North American football.
Contrasting form between the two extremes
The US team is currently experiencing a period of great success with an incredibly impressive run of form. The representatives from the land of the stars and stripes have won both of their most recent matches, demonstrating thorough preparation and the ability to adapt well to the intensity of high-level competition. Confidence is the greatest weapon for the American players as they play in front of their home crowd.
Conversely, Türkiye is facing considerable skepticism following a series of disappointing results. The team from the land at the crossroads of Asia and Europe has lost both of its last two matches. This disappointing run of games forces the Turkish coach and players to quickly find solutions to improve their performance if they do not want to be eliminated early from the biggest football tournament on the planet.
Head-to-head history and home advantage
Historically, Türkiye holds a certain psychological advantage. In the most recent recorded encounter between the two teams, Türkiye defeated the USA. However, this was a long time ago and is unlikely to accurately reflect the current balance of power, as American soccer has made significant strides in both squad quality and tactical thinking.
Playing at SoFi Stadium is an undeniable advantage for the US team. Familiarity with the pitch conditions and the pressure from the stands will be key to maintaining their winning streak. Meanwhile, Türkiye will have to work even harder to overcome the pressure and rediscover their identity.
Tactical analysis
Given their current form, the US will likely proactively push forward to seek an early goal, taking advantage of the momentum of their key players. Their fast-paced and physically demanding style of play will be a major challenge for the Turkish defense, which has lacked stability in recent matches.
For Türkiye, a cautious approach and prioritizing defensive solidity might be the sensible option. They need to patiently wait for opportunities from counter-attacks or set pieces to exploit their opponent's weaknesses. This match promises to be a tense tactical battle on the sidelines, where even the smallest mistake could be decisive.
Head-to-head history (last 5 matches)
- June 8, 2025: USA 1 - 2 Türkiye
Türkiye's recent form
- June 20, 2026: Türkiye 0-1 Paraguay (Loss)
- June 14, 2026: Australia 2-0 Türkiye (Loss)
- June 7, 2026: Venezuela 1-2 Türkiye (Winner)
- 02/06/2026: Türkiye 4-0 FYR Macedonia (Winner)
- April 1, 2026: Kosovo 0-1 Türkiye (Winner)
Recent form of the US
- June 20, 2026: USA 2-0 Australia (Winner)
- June 13, 2026: USA 4-1 Paraguay (Winner)
- June 7, 2026: USA 1-2 Germany (Loss)
- June 1, 2026: USA 3-2 Senegal (Winner)
- April 1, 2026: USA 0-2 Portugal (Loss)
Rankings
| Team | Location | Point | form |
|---|
Team form and statistics
Türkiye (Host)
Form in the last 5 matches:LL
Statistics for this season:
- Matches played: 2
- Wins: 0 (0 at home)
- Draw: 0 (0 at home)
- Losses: 2 (1 at home)
Goal:
- Scored: 0 goals (Average: 0.0 goals/match)
- Goals conceded: 3 (Average: 1.5 goals/match)
American (Guest)
Form in the last 5 matches:WW
Statistics for this season:
- Matches played: 2
- Wins: 2 (0 away)
- Draw: 0 (0 away goals)
- Losses: 0 (0 away games)
Goal:
- Scored: 6 goals (Average: 3.0 goals/match)
- Goals conceded: 1 goal (Average: 0.5 goals/match)
Force situation
Turkey:No injury information available.
USA:No injury information available.
Predicted lineup
Predictions and odds
Predicted winner:USA
Predicted odds:
- Home team wins: 10%
- Draw: 45%
- Guest wins: 45%
Predicted number of goals:
- Host: table
- Guests: -3.5 tables
Advice:Winner: USA
Team lineup updated at 08:31 on 26/06/2026
Official lineup
Türkiye
Diagram: 4-2-3-1
CoachV. Montella
Starting lineup:
- 23. U. Çakır (G)
- 2. Z. Çelik (D)
- 15. O. Kabak (D)
- 14. A. Bardakcı (D)
- 13. E. Elmalı (D)
- 6. O. Kökçü (M)
- 5. S. Özcan (M)
- 24. O. Aydin (M)
- 8. A. Güler (M)
- 11. K. Yıldız (M)
- 21. B. Yılmaz (F)
Substitutes:
- 17. İ. Kahveci
- 22. K. Ayhan
- 10. H. Çalhanoğlu
- 1. M. Günok
- 4. Ç. Söyüncü
- 3. M. Demiral
- 12. A. Bayındır
- 20. F. Kadıoğlu
- 18. M. Müldür
- 19. Y. Akgün
- 16. İ. Yüksek
- 25. S. Akaydin
- 7. K. Aktürkoğlu
- 26. C. Uzun
- 9. D. Gül
America
Diagram: 4-1-2-3
CoachM. Pochettino
Starting lineup:
- 1. M. Turner (G)
- 23. J. Scally (D)
- 22. M. McKenzie (D)
- 12. M. Robinson (D)
- 6. A. Trusty (D)
- 8. W. McKennie (M)
- 14. S. Berhalter (M)
- 7. G. Reyna (M)
- 21. T. Weah (M)
- 9. R. Pepi (F)
- 11. B. Aaronson (M)
Substitutes:
- 16. A. Freeman
- 18. M. Arfsten
- 25. C. Brady
- 20. F. Balogun
- 17. M. Tillman
- 24. M. Freese
- 26. A. Zendejas
- 3. C. Richards
- 2. S. Dest
- 19. H. Wright
- 10. C. Pulišić
- 5. A. Robinson
- 4. T. Adams
- 13. T. Ream
