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U.S. clinches spot in World Cup knockout round with dominant win over Australia

U.S. clinches spot in World Cup knockout round with dominant win over Australia

Summary

The U.S. men's soccer team won 2-0 against Australia in their second match at the 2026 World Cup. This victory secured their place in the Round of 32, the knockout stage of the tournament.

Key Facts

  • The match took place in Seattle with a large crowd watching.
  • The U.S. won despite missing key player Christian Pulisic due to a calf injury.
  • Australia scored an own goal in the 11th minute after a U.S. player Folarin Balogun made a strong play.
  • Alex Freeman scored the second goal for the U.S. in the 43rd minute with a header.
  • The U.S. leads Group G with 6 points after two games.
  • Their final group match is against Turkey on June 25 in Inglewood, California.
  • Australia has 3 points and likely needs at least a draw against Paraguay to advance.
  • The article mentions other World Cup news but focuses on the U.S.-Australia game.
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