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US finishes World Cup group play with 3-2 loss to Turkey
By Greg Beacham, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 26, 2026
· 5 min read
The United States only wanted to get through its final World Cup group stage match Thursday night without an injury or a red card, while Turkey was playing for a face-saving victory to end a dismal tournament.Both teams got what they wanted most out of their meaningless meeting before the America...
Key takeaway The result was meaningless to the Americans, who will meet Bosnia-Herzegovina in the Round of 32 on Wednesday.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
For Alamo Heights residents who follow the US national team, coach Mauricio Pochettino's comments after the 3-2 loss to Turkey will resonate. Pochettino's annoyance at perceived disappointment over the result reflects the high expectations that come with being a top-ranked team. As the US moves on to the knockout stage, locals will be watching to see how the team balances pressure and priorities. The fact that Pochettino rested key players and still managed to keep the game competitive will be seen as a positive sign. With the Round of 32 match against Bosnia-Herzegovina approaching, Alamo Heights fans will be eager to see the team's strategy and lineup, particularly with Christian Pulisic's return to the field after a calf injury. The community will be paying close attention to how the team performs under pressure, and Pochettino's comments suggest that he is focused on the bigger picture - making a deep run in the World Cup.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? The United States only wanted to get through its final World Cup group stage match Thursday night without an injury or a red card, while Turkey was playing for a face-saving victory to end a dismal tournament.Both teams got what they wanted most out of their meaningless meeting before the America...
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