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With the group stage winding down, the United States has secured top spot while Turkey has been knocked out without scoring. The final match at SoFi Stadium will feature player rotations, a returning Pulisic, and a referee from Algeria.
A dramatic 64-second goal and a red card saw Paraguay defeat Turkey 1-0, securing the group lead for the United States and leaving Turkey to reflect on missed chances.
A rapid 64‑second goal by Matias Galarza and a subsequent dismissal of Miguel Almiron defined Paraguay's 1‑0 win against Turkey, a result that reshapes the group standings and leaves the United States as group leaders.