USA vs. Turkey ranks as the most-watched USA FIFA World Cup™ match in Spanish-language history in total audience delivery (TAD), with 7.4 million viewers

"No concern whatsoever," said HCU head coach Ryan Pratt on Friday's Extra Time. Author: khou.com . Published: 8:02 PM CDT June 29, 2026

After the U.S. team’s loss to Turkey, DaMarcus Beasley said he was not surprised by Coach Mauricio Pochettino’s changes, saying, “He did the right thing, this is the World Cup.”

Game summary of the Türkiye vs. Georgia Fifa World Cup Qualifying - Uefa game, final score 4-1, from October 14, 2025 on ESPN.

Thursday’s showdown between the United States and Turkey, won 3-2 by Turkey, at SoFi Stadium felt less like a World Cup match and more like a who’s who of Hollywood celebrities. The finale of Group D that was part celebration for the Americans winning the group and advancing to the knockout stage and part circus as Team USA soccer has captivated the country with their performances on the pitch.

The World Cup round of 32 has already begun, but there’s still time to take one last look at the group stage that has just ended. After looking at the best young surprises, it’s time to list the biggest disappointments of this group stage.