America's "home-field advantage" is in Los Angeles — but fans might prefer to see Turkey score.

This match is being held at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. The U.S. is the host, so the stands will definitely be filled mostly with American fans.

But guys, home-field advantage can sometimes be a double-edged sword. The expectations from American fans are too high — "We are the hosts, we won our first two matches, we must win." If the U.S. backup lineup can't break through in the first half, or even concedes first to Turkey, the fans' mood will shift from "cheers" to "boos." This kind of pressure is very uncomfortable for the substitute players.

Moreover, American fans have a certain mindset — since they've already advanced, this win or loss doesn't matter. Many people even prefer to see Turkey score — because Turkey's record of 66 shots with zero goals is simply too absurd, so everyone is actually curious to see if they can break this awkward record.

On Turkey's side, there is no pressure at all. Losing is expected, winning is a pleasant surprise. Fans' expectations are at rock bottom, which allows the players to play more relaxed. Pochettino himself said, "I have no doubt that the Turkish team will be very competitive tomorrow." Even the opposing coach said that, which shows that Turkey is really not here to be a pushover.

So in this match, America's "home-field advantage" might not be as significant as imagined. Turkey, on the other hand, might put on a better performance because they have nothing to lose.

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