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World Cup what to know: US faces decisions for final group-stage game against winless Turkey
By John Marshall, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 24, 2026
· 6 min read
The United States returns to the pitch for its final World Cup group-stage game with some decisions to make.The Americans have already won Group D to lock up a spot in the knockout stage and will face winless Turkey in Inglewood, California, on Thursday.Christian Pulisic returned to training afte...
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Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
For Alamo Heights residents, the World Cup match between the US and Turkey may seem like a distant event, but it has a tangible connection to the local community. With the US team already securing a spot in the knockout stage, coach Mauricio Pochettino's decisions on player usage will be closely watched, particularly for fans who follow Christian Pulisic and other US players. The fact that Tyler Adams, Folarin Balogun, Chris Richards, and Antonee Robinson are all on yellow cards adds an extra layer of intrigue, as their participation in the next stage hangs in the balance. As the US team prepares to face Turkey, local soccer enthusiasts in Alamo Heights will be paying attention to how these decisions play out, and how they might impact the team's chances in the knockout stage. The match against Turkey may be meaningless in the standings, but it has significant implications for the US team's future in the tournament.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 6 min
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