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Turkey Rallies for 2-1 Win in Friendly Against US, Which Loses 3rd Straight Under Pochettino
- The US men's national soccer team was defeated 2-1 by Turkey in a rainy friendly match held in Hartford on Saturday, June 7, 2025.
- The loss followed a roster revamp by coach Mauricio Pochettino, who fielded many young players due to absences of veterans and injuries.
- Jack McGlynn scored an early goal in the first minute, but Turkey equalized through Arda Guler and took the lead with Kerem Akturkoglu’s goal mid-first half.
- The US had 59% possession and took 13 shots but managed only three on target, while Turkey recorded 11 shots and five on target, holding a 1.42 expected goals to 1.19 advantage.
- This defeat marked Pochettino’s third straight loss, raising questions about the team’s readiness ahead of upcoming friendlies and the Gold Cup starting June 15.
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