U.S. loses World Cup matchloses World Cup match to Turkey after resting stars

The United States lost its World Cup match to Turkey on June 26, 2026, after the U.S. team rested several star players. The loss occurred during the tournament's knockout phase, where the U.S. had previously reached the round of 16.

This result matters as it highlights the team's struggle to secure a favorable outcome despite prior success in the round of 16, impacting their path to the quarterfinals.