
U.S. Rotates Squad for Final Group D Showdown
The United States will field a heavily rotated lineup for its final Group D match, while Turkey makes seven changes as both teams aim to finalize their tournament preparations.
Jun 26, 2026
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The United States will field a heavily rotated lineup for its final Group D match, while Turkey makes seven changes as both teams aim to finalize their tournament preparations.

The United States makes sweeping changes for their final Group D encounter, with Christian Pulisic among several starters left on the bench, while Turkey also reshuffles its lineup.

The United States will field a heavily rotated lineup against Turkey, retaining only Ricardo Pepi and Weston McKennie, while Turkey also makes seven changes in a dead‑rubber match.

Turkey and Paraguay each need a win in Santa Clara to keep their World Cup hopes alive after opening defeats.