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The US men’s national team wasted little time getting back on the scoreboard.
Auston Trusty scored his first international goal just three minutes into Thursday’s game 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 USA has scored from the opening kick in World Cup history.
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Auston Trusty celebrates with teammates after scoring the USA’s first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 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 moved the U.S. one step closer to a perfect group stage campaign. The Americans entered Thursday looking for a third straight win after defeating Paraguay 4-1 and shutting out Australia 2-0 in their first two games.
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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Auston Trusty of the United States celebrates with teammates after scoring the team’s first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group D match against Türkiye at Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood, California on June 25, 2026. (Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
But the American lead 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 ahead 2-1 in the first half.
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When: Thursday 25 June 2026 at 10 p.m. ET
Where: Los Angeles Stadium, Inglewood, California.
TV: FOX
Current: Watch on FOX One and FOX Sports.
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