In a thrilling encounter during the 2026 World Cup qualifying tournament, the Turkish national football team faced off against the United States.
According to the Operative Information Center-OMM, the match, held as part of the third round of Group D in Los Angeles, saw the "Crescent-Stars" secure a 3-2 victory.
The European side's goals were scored by Arda Guler (10'), Barış Alper Yılmaz (31'), and Kaan Ayhan (90+8'). The American team's goals were netted by Auston Trusty (3') and Sebastian Berhalter (49').
Despite the loss, the United States finished at the top of the group with 6 points and is set to face Bosnia and Herzegovina in the play-off stage. Conversely, Turkey, having suffered defeats in their first two matches, finished at the bottom of the group and has been eliminated from the tournament.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is a highly anticipated global event, jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. As the first tournament to feature 48 teams, it represents a significant expansion in the competition's format, aiming to increase global participation and engagement in the sport.
