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26 Jun 2026 02:00

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Türkiye vs United States Predictions, Picks & Odds – 26/06/2026

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1X: Double Chance Türkiye or Draw

2.70 on Dafabet · Confidence Medium

Odds recorded on 25 Jun 2026 at 08:40 · Odds are subject to change

Türkiye vs United States Preview

Türkiye find themselves in a precarious position after falling 2-0 to Australia in their World Cup opener, a result that punctured the euphoria surrounding their first appearance at this stage in 24 years. Vincenzo Montella's side had qualified dramatically through the UEFA playoffs, and the squad boasts genuine quality in Arda Güler, Kenan Yıldız, and captain Hakan Çalhanoğlu. Sitting second in Group D, anything less than a positive result here could spell elimination.

The United States stormed into the tournament with a commanding 4-1 demolition of Paraguay, their highest-ever World Cup goal tally in a single match. Co-hosts and buoyed by home support at SoFi Stadium, Mauricio Pochettino's men carry real momentum. Christian Pulisic is expected to be fit despite a calf concern from the opener, though Johnny Cardoso's injury has forced tactical adjustments. Türkiye did beat the USMNT 2-1 in a friendly last June, giving this fixture a revenge subplot.

The 1X double chance selection for Türkiye rests on their broader form profile rather than the opening-day stumble against Australia. Across their last five competitive outings, Vincenzo Montella's side have claimed four victories, and that kind of sustained quality does not evaporate overnight. Captain Hakan Çalhanoğlu and the creative spark of Arda Güler give them enough firepower to respond, particularly with the home odds sitting at 2.70.

A June 2025 friendly saw Türkiye beat the United States 2-1, with Güler orchestrating the win. That result matters because it demonstrated Montella's squad can compete directly against this American side, even on neutral ground. The USMNT's 4-1 demolition of Paraguay was impressive, yet Pochettino's group conceded twice in their previous two outings, suggesting defensive vulnerabilities Türkiye can exploit.

Backing the draw at 3.40 provides additional coverage within the 1X selection. Christian Pulisic is expected to feature despite his calf concern, but Pochettino must also manage Johnny Cardoso's absence in midfield. Türkiye, desperate and dangerous, should at minimum earn a point here, making the double chance a sound approach for this Group D encounter.

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Trends to Know about Türkiye vs United States

• Türkiye won four of five pre-tournament matches
• USA lost two of last four fixtures
• Türkiye beat USA 2-1 in June friendly

A 4-2-3-1 against a 4-3-3 sets up a fascinating midfield contest at this World Cup group-stage decider. Hakan Çalhanoğlu anchors Türkiye's double pivot and will be central to controlling tempo, while Arda Güler's creativity in the number ten role gives the Crescent Stars a genuine cutting edge in the final third.

For the United States, Christian Pulisic leads the attacking line with the freedom to drift and create danger, supported by a physically competitive midfield trio. Both probable XIs carry reasonable source confidence, making this a well-grounded preview of what promises to be a tightly contested, high-stakes encounter.

How to Watch Türkiye vs United States Match?

What time is Türkiye vs United States?

Türkiye vs United States kicks off at SoFi Stadium on 26 June 2026 at 07:30 IST.

Where is Türkiye vs United States being played?

This Group D clash takes place at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.

How Can I Watch Türkiye vs United States on TV and Live Stream?

This match will be broadcast live on JioCinema and Sports18 channels across India.