Türkiye Beat US 3-2 with Last-Gasp Winner in Dead Rubber in Los Angeles
Turkey earned its first tournament win after Kaan Ayhan scored in stoppage time, while the United States finished group play with 8 goals.
- On Thursday, Turkey defeated the team with a late goal by substitute Ayhan, though the squad advances to face Bosnia and Herzegovina in the round of 16.
- Forward Christian Pulisic returned to action in the 58th minute, drawing ovations as he played with spirit despite the calf injury that sidelined him during the opener against Paraguay.
- Amid a noisy Southern California atmosphere, celebrities including Leonardo DiCaprio, Paris Hilton, Owen Wilson, Will Ferrell, and Brad Pitt watched the match from the stands.
- "I'm not worried whatsoever," Aaronson said, while Pochettino and Berhalter insisted the team's momentum remains strong despite defensive lineup changes.
- Seattle hosts the round of 16 match against Bosnia on July 6, followed by the quarterfinal in Los Angeles four days later.
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