USMNT Breaks 96-Year Drought With World Cup Win Over Australia
Summary
The United States men’s soccer team (USMNT) beat Australia 2-0 in the 2026 World Cup group stage. This win puts the team into the knockout round for the second time in a row and marks their first time winning back-to-back World Cup games in 96 years.Key Facts
- The USMNT defeated Australia 2-0 in their second game of the 2026 World Cup.
- This victory means the US team has advanced to the knockout round again.
- The last time the US won two World Cup games in a row was 96 years ago, in 1930.
- The US has scored 6 goals and allowed 1 in their first two games.
- They won their first match against Paraguay with a score of 4-1.
- Key player Christian Pulisic missed the Australia game due to a calf injury but is expected to play the next match.
- The US leads Group D with 6 points and is close to finishing the group stage unbeaten.
- The team will play Türkiye next, with a chance to secure first place in the group.
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