The USMNT will play Turkey in a rare World Cup dead rubber match next Thursday, with the team's spot in the knockout rounds already secured. USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino must decide how to approach the match, with key players like Tyler Adams, Folarin Balogun, Chris Richards, and Antonee Robinson carrying yellow cards. If any of these players receive another yellow card, they will be suspended for the next match. Pochettino may choose to rest these players to avoid any potential suspensions. Christian Pulisic, who missed the team's last match with a calf injury, may also see limited playing time. The match against Turkey will be played at SoFi Stadium near Los Angeles. The USMNT has already clinched the top spot in Group D, while Turkey is already eliminated and will finish fourth. Pochettino's strategy for the match will be crucial in maintaining the team's momentum heading into the knockout rounds. The team's performance in the group stage has been impressive, with players like Balogun and Adams playing key roles. The USMNT will play its first knockout-round match on July 1 in Santa Clara, California. Pochettino will need to balance resting his key players with maintaining the team's rhythm and momentum. The match against Turkey will be an opportunity for other players, like Ricardo Pepi and Haji Wright, to see playing time and make a case for themselves in the knockout rounds. And with the team's spot in the knockout rounds already secured, Pochettino may choose to experiment with different lineups and strategies. But the team's focus will remain on the upcoming knockout rounds, where they will face tougher competition. So the match against Turkey will be an important test for the USMNT, as they look to maintain their momentum and make a deep run in the World Cup.