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USMNT wraps up group play against Turkiye, awaits knockout round opponent
By Charles Nichelson at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
The US Men’s National Team takes on Turkiye Thursday night at Los Angeles Stadium, the same place they beat Paraguay 4-1 when the tournament started a little over a week ago.
The USMNT has scored 6 goals in two group stage games and has only allowed a single goal to Paraguay.
The USMNT beat...
Key takeaway The USMNT has scored 6 goals in two group stage games and has only allowed a single goal to Paraguay.
Why this matters in The Trophy Club
The US Men's National Team's performance in the group stage has local fans, particularly those in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, eager to see how the team will fare in the knockout round. With Texas-native Ricardo Pepi stepping into the lineup and contributing to the team's success, there's a sense of pride and interest in the team's progress. As the USMNT awaits its round-of-32 opponent, fans in Trophy Club and surrounding areas will be watching closely to see how the team's defense, which recently earned its first clean sheet in 10 games, will hold up against tougher competition. The fact that former FC Dallas striker Pepi has been able to make an impact on the national team is also a testament to the talent and development of local soccer players, and his success will likely be closely followed by fans in the region.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The US Men’s National Team takes on Turkiye Thursday night at Los Angeles Stadium, the same place they beat Paraguay 4-1 when the tournament started a little over a week ago.
The USMNT has scored 6 goals in two group stage games and has only allowed a single goal to Paraguay.
The USMNT beat...
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