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World Cup what to know: US faces decisions for final group-stage game against winless Turkey
By John Marshall, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 24, 2026
· 6 min read
The United States returns to the pitch for its final World Cup group-stage game with some decisions to make.The Americans have already won Group D to lock up a spot in the knockout stage and will face winless Turkey in Inglewood, California, on Thursday.Christian Pulisic returned to training afte...
Key takeaway has won consecutive World Cup matches for the first time since 1930.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
San Antonio soccer fans will be watching closely as the United States takes on Turkey in its final World Cup group-stage game, with several key players' statuses uncertain due to yellow cards. The fact that the match is being played in Inglewood, California, may not have direct local implications, but the outcome could set the tone for the knockout stage, which will be closely followed in San Antonio. Meanwhile, another match on the same day will have a more direct connection to the local area, as Japan faces Sweden in Arlington, Texas, just a few hours north of San Antonio. This proximity may draw the attention of local soccer enthusiasts, who can easily follow the action and potentially attend the match. As the World Cup progresses, San Antonio's soccer community will be keeping a close eye on these developments and their potential impact on the tournament's outcome.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 6 min
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