One year before hosting the World Cup, the shorthanded United States men’s national team drops a 2-1 friendly with sloppy defense in rainy weather.

Turkey won more duels, aerial duels, and had a higher success rate of tackles against the Americans, who seemed to lose the mentality game and intensity as the match progressed -- despite the fact that the home side had plenty more possession that led to substandard half chances.

Former Union midfielder McGlynn scored a terrific goal in the first minute, but two defensive lapses midway through the first half cost the U.S. the game.