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U.S. falls to Turkey after last-minute goal during final match of World Cup group stage
By AP NEWS at WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· June 26, 2026
· 2 min read
Christian Pulisic came on as a second-half substitute in the United States’ final World Cup group match against Turkey on Thursday night.The Americans sent out nine new starters for this meaningless game with their knockout-round place already secured, but Pulisic replaced Tim Weah in the 58th mi...
Key takeaway The AC Milan midfielder entered the 2-2 game to an enormous roar from the sellout crowd at SoFi Stadium, and he created a scoring opportunity just a couple of minutes later with a dynamic run down the left side.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The United States' loss to Turkey in the final World Cup group match may have been a meaningless game in terms of standings, but it holds significance for Atlanta soccer fans who have been following the team's progress. Christian Pulisic's return to the field after a calf injury is a welcome sight, and his dynamic performance in the second half is a promising sign for the team's upcoming matchup against Bosnia-Herzegovina in the Round of 32. With the US team already clinching its spot in the knockout round, coach Mauricio Pochettino's decision to give playing time to the second string has provided valuable experience for players like Auston Trusty and Sebastian Berhalter. As the team moves forward in the tournament, Atlanta fans will be watching closely to see how these players contribute to the team's success. The city's soccer community will be eagerly awaiting the Round of 32 match, hoping to see the US team advance further in the tournament.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Christian Pulisic came on as a second-half substitute in the United States’ final World Cup group match against Turkey on Thursday night.The Americans sent out nine new starters for this meaningless game with their knockout-round place already secured, but Pulisic replaced Tim Weah in the 58th mi...
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