Despite an improved performance effort-wise, the USMNT lost a third consecutive game under Mauricio Pochettino as an important summer got underway.

Jack McGlynn scored 59 seconds in for the U.S., which was missing many regulars as coach Mauricio Pochettino revamped his roster following a dismal performance at the Concacaf Nations League final four in March.

Jack McGlynn scored a wonderful early goal, but otherwise were all bark while the Turks were all bite in Saturday afternoon's contest.

The U.S. manager said he has "faith in the players who are here," while critics continue to lament how many big stars are absent.

USMNT vs. Turkiye, 3:30 p.m. ➡️ TNT Sunday, June 8 The U.S. men's national team roster for the Gold Cup is officially set, featuring a handful of veterans mixed into a mostly inexperienced squad. All but six players have 30 or fewer caps heading into the tournament,

Another key omission caps the roster-building exercise for the USMNT, which is seeking to rebound from some disappointing results.