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Pochettino annoyed by perceived disappointment after US finishes group play with 3-2 loss to Turkey
By Rubén Rosario at WSVN 7 News
· June 26, 2026
· 5 min read
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — The United States only wanted to get through its final World Cup group stage match Thursday night without an injury or a red card, while Turkey was playing for a face-saving victory to end a dismal tournament. Both teams got what they wanted most out of their meaningless mee
Key takeaway The result was meaningless to the Americans, who will meet Bosnia-Herzegovina in the Round of 32 on Wednesday.
Why this matters in The Miami
Miami 's large Latin American community likely took notice of the US team's performance in the World Cup group stage, particularly given the team's upcoming matchup against Bosnia-Herzegovina. The fact that coach Mauricio Pochettino rested key players and fielded a new lineup against Turkey may have been a strategic move to prioritize the team's chances in the knockout stage. For Miamians who follow soccer, the US team's success will be closely watched, especially in neighborhoods like Little Havana where soccer is a popular sport. The city's diverse community will be rooting for the US team as they move forward in the tournament, and local fans will be eager to see how the team performs under pressure. With the US team advancing to the Round of 32, Miami's soccer fans will be paying close attention to their progress, hoping for a strong showing in the World Cup.
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Category: arts ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — The United States only wanted to get through its final World Cup group stage match Thursday night without an injury or a red card, while Turkey was playing for a face-saving victory to end a dismal tournament. Both teams got what they wanted most out of their meaningless mee
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