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U.S. Men Meet Turkey, Under-2.5 Goal Prediction

6/25/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The U.S. men’s team will face Turkey at 10 p.m. ET on June 25 2026 in Inglewood after securing Group D first place.
Turkey entered 0-2, is eliminated, and has not scored despite 62 shots in two games.
FanDuel odds list the U.S. at –120, Turkey at +280, and a draw at +310.
Analyst Jon Eimer backs the under on a 2.5-goal total, calling the match a grinder that may curb offense.

History

Historical Context

Turkey’s breakthrough to third place at the 2002 World Cup in Japan and South Korea – after a 1-0 round-of-16 win over Japan and a 3-2 bronze victory – came despite a 2-1 group-stage win over the United States, which still advanced. The two meet again in 2026, reviving a 24-year rivalry.

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Story summary

The U.S. men’s team will face Turkey at 10 p.m. ET on June 25 2026 in Inglewood after securing Group D first place.
Turkey entered 0-2, is eliminated, and has not scored despite 62 shots in two games.
FanDuel odds list the U.S. at –120, Turkey at +280, and a draw at +310.
Analyst Jon Eimer backs the under on a 2.5-goal total, calling the match a grinder that may curb offense.

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