USA 1-2 Turkey: McGlynn Scores Early But United States Lose East Hartford Friendly

The United States lost 2-1 to Turkey in a friendly played in rainy conditions at East Hartford. Jack McGlynn gave the US an early lead with a long-range goal in the first minute. However, Turkey equalized in the 14th minute after Johnny Cardoso’s giveaway allowed Arda Guler to score. Kerem Akturkoglu netted the winner in the 28th minute following a defensive mix-up.

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Updated on: 8 June 2025 12:11 pm

International Friendly Football match United States vs Turkey: Patrick Agyemang

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United States forward Patrick Agyemang, left, tries to hold back Turkey midfielder Orkun Kökçü (6) during the first half of an international friendly soccer game in East Hartford, Connecticut.

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International Friendly Football match United States vs Turkey: Kenan Yildiz

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Turkey forward Kenan Yildiz (11) dribbles the ball as United States' Alex Freeman defends during the first half of an international friendly soccer game in East Hartford, Connecticut.

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International Friendly Football match United States vs Turkey: Jack McGlynn

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United States midfielder Jack McGlynn, center, celebrates with teammates including Diego Luna (10) after scoring a goal past Turkey goalie Berke Özer as defender Zeki Celik (2) reacts during the first half of an international friendly soccer game, in East Hartford, Connecticut.

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Turkey forward Kenan Yildiz (11) controls the ball ahead of United States defender Alex Freeman (16) during the first half of an international friendly soccer game, in East Hartford, Connecticut.

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International Friendly Football match United States vs Turkey: Johnny Cardoso

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United States midfielder Johnny Cardoso (15) and Turkey midfielder Orkun Kökçü (6) compete for a head ball during the first half of an international friendly soccer game in East Hartford, Connecticut.

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International Friendly Football match United States vs Turkey: Oguz Aydin

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Turkey forward Oguz Aydin (20) and United States midfielder Diego Luna (10) compete for the ball during the first half of an international friendly soccer game in East Hartford, Connecticut.

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International Friendly Football match United States vs Turkey: Quinn Sullivan

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United States midfielder Quinn Sullivan (7) dribbles the ball ahead of Turkey's Can Yilmaz Uzun (21) during the second half of an international friendly soccer game, in East Hartford, Conn.

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International Friendly Football match United States vs Turkey: Malik Tillman

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United States midfielder Malik Tillman (17) tries to score on a crossed ball as Turkey goalie Berke Özer (12) prepares to make the save during the second half of an international friendly soccer game in East Hartford, Connecticut.

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USA vs Turkey International Friendly Football | Photo: AP/Mary Schwalm

United States midfielder Quinn Sullivan (7) dribbles the ball ahead of Turkey's Can Yilmaz Uzun (21) during the second half of an international friendly soccer game, in East Hartford, Connecticut.

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International Friendly Football match United States vs Turkey: Yusuf Akcicek

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Turkey's Yusuf Akcicek (15) celebrates with teammates including goalie Berke Özer (12) after defeating the United States 2-1 during an international friendly soccer game in East Hartford, Connecticut.