The 2026 FIFA World Cup Group D matches have concluded.
In the final round, Paraguay faced Australia, while Turkey took on the USA.
The Paraguay vs Australia match ended in a goalless draw, securing playoff spots for both teams.
In the other group game, Turkey, already eliminated, faced hosts USA in a tense match. The "Crescent-Stars" claimed an honor victory, winning 3-2.
USA took an early lead through Trasty (3'), but Turkey equalized via Arda Güler and went ahead with a goal from Barış Alper Yılmaz before halftime. In the second half, Berholter leveled the score, but Kaan Ayhan scored the winner in the dying seconds.
Final standings: USA 1st (6 pts), Australia 2nd (4 pts), Paraguay 3rd (4 pts), Turkey last (3 pts). Turkey was the only team in the group not to advance to the playoffs.
