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World Cup what to know: US faces decisions for final group-stage game against winless Turkey
By John Marshall, Associated Press at KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston)
· June 24, 2026
· 6 min read
The United States returns to the pitch for its final World Cup group-stage game with some decisions to make.The Americans have already won Group D to lock up a spot in the knockout stage and will face winless Turkey in Inglewood, California, on Thursday.Christian Pulisic returned to training afte...
Key takeaway has won consecutive World Cup matches for the first time since 1930.
Why this matters in Sugar Land News
For Sugar Land residents and fans of the US team, Thursday's match against Turkey will be a chance to see how coach Mauricio Pochettino approaches a game with minimal stakes, given the team's already secured spot in the knockout stage. With several key players, including Tyler Adams and Antonee Robinson, at risk of missing the next round due to yellow cards, Pochettino must balance giving his team a chance to build momentum with the need to protect his players. The match will also be a test of the team's depth, as Pochettino may choose to rest some of his star players, including Christian Pulisic, who has just returned to training. Meanwhile, local fans can also keep an eye on other matches, including Japan vs. Sweden, which will be played in nearby Arlington, Texas, and could have implications for the US team's potential path in the tournament.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston) ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? The United States returns to the pitch for its final World Cup group-stage game with some decisions to make.The Americans have already won Group D to lock up a spot in the knockout stage and will face winless Turkey in Inglewood, California, on Thursday.Christian Pulisic returned to training afte...
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