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The United States Men’s National Team wasted no time getting back on the scoreboard.
Auston Trusty scored his first international goal just three minutes into Thursday night’s match against Turkey, converting a corner kick to give the Americans a 1-0 lead at Los Angeles Stadium.
The goal was the second-fastest the United States has scored since kickoff in World Cup history.
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Auston Trusty celebrates with his teammates after scoring the first goal for the United States during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Group D match against Türkiye at Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood, California on June 25, 2026. (Jared C. Tilton/FIFA via Getty Images)
It also brought the United States closer to a perfect group stage campaign. The Americans entered Thursday looking for a third straight victory after beating Paraguay 4-1 and blanking Australia 2-0 in their first two matches.
Christian Pulisic started the group stage final on the bench but was available as a substitute. The USMNT star has been dealing with a left calf injury since being hit on June 10.
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American Auston Trusty celebrates with his teammates after scoring the team’s first goal during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Group D match against Türkiye at Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood, California on June 25, 2026. (Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
But the American advance was short-lived. Arda Güler found the back of the net in the 10th minute before Orkun Kökçü struck in the 31st to put Turkey 2-1 ahead in the first half.
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How to watch United States vs. Türkiye
When: Thursday, June 25, 2026, at 10 p.m. ET
Or: Los Angeles Stadium, Inglewood, California.
TV: FOX
Flow: Watch on FOX One and FOX Sports.
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