The oddity after the USMNT's 2-1 defeat to Turkey was how optimistic the U.S. camp was about the overall effort.

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.