Turkey defeated the United States 3-2 in a final 2026 World Cup qualifying match, securing a victory despite already being eliminated from contention. The match, part of the third round of Group D games, saw Turkey score a winning goal in stoppage time. The United States had already qualified for the round of 16 prior to this game. This result marks a surprising end to the qualifying stage for Turkey, offering a final win against a strong opponent. The game concluded with a final score of 3-2, highlighting a competitive match between the two nations. Despite the loss, the USA advances to the next stage of the tournament.