The US National Soccer Team secured a spot in the Round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup by defeating Australia 2-0 in Group D. The match was played at Lumen Field in Seattle.
Two goals in the first half
The host US team started the match with pressure and took the lead in the 11th minute. In a cross from the left by Monaco star Folarin Balogun, Australian defender Cameron Burgess intervened and sent the ball into his own net.
The US made it 2-0 in the 43rd minute. Sergino Dest's powerful shot from outside the penalty area deflected off the defense, and Alex Freeman headed it into the net. The goal was confirmed after a VAR review.
US leads the group
With this victory, the US has won both of its group matches, reaching 6 points and maintaining its lead. The US became the second team to advance to the Round of 32, after co-host Mexico.
Australia is in second place with 3 points. In the group's other match, Turkey will face Paraguay.
The 2026 World Cup is being hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico from June 11 to July 19, with 48 teams participating.