7th Jun. USA vs Turkey: A Decade-Long Rivalry Rekindled with World Cup Hopes on the Line
International Friendly - USA VS Turkey
Match Time:08-06-2025 03:40 Sunday (GMT+8)
Football Livescore | Match Prediction & Tips
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The USA and Turkey met for a friendly match at Rentschler Field in Hartford, marking their first encounter in more than ten years. The US team recently finished fourth in the CONCACAF Nations League after a close loss to Canada, while Turkey earned promotion to League A in the UEFA Nations League following a strong playoff win against Hungary.
Team Analysis:
The US men’s soccer team, once Nations League champions, recently struggled under coach Mauricio Pochettino, facing consecutive losses and risking a third. Despite this, they have a strong record at Rentschler Stadium and have beaten Turkey twice before on home soil.
Turkey, led by Vincenzo Montella, earned promotion in the UEFA Nations League and aim to qualify for the World Cup, which they haven't reached since 2002. They come into the match with solid recent form, having lost only once in eight games and scoring frequently, though they have rarely beaten CONCACAF teams this century.
Player Situation:
The US team faces several absences due to injuries and personal reasons, including key players like Folarin Balogun and Christian Pulisic. Several newcomers are set to earn their first caps. Patrick Agyemang, who scored in the last match against Canada, will play in his hometown.
Turkey’s squad includes six uncapped players, with captain Hakan Calhanoglu nearing 100 appearances and close to a historic goal milestone alongside teammate Cenk Tosun. Their recent match saw multiple scorers and a strong defensive performance.
Result Prediction:
The US team has recently struggled against regional opponents, even with top players. They are likely to face challenges against a confident and deep attacking Turkish side.
Predicted Result: USA 1-2 Turkey.
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