U.S. advances to World Cup knockout round with win over Australia

APTOPIX Australia US WCup Soccer United States' Alex Freeman (16), second left, celebrates after scoring his side's second goal during the World Cup Group D soccer match between the United States and Australia in Seattle, Friday, June 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Manu Fernandez) (Manu Fernandez/AP Photo/Manu Fernandez)
By WSB Radio News Staff

SEATTLE, WA — The United States Men’s National Team is moving on to the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup after defeating Australia on Friday.

The U.S. earned a 2-0 victory over Australia at Lumen Field in Seattle.

The win secures the Americans a spot in the tournament’s Round of 32.

The United States also opened World Cup play with a 4-1 victory over Paraguay on June 12.

With two wins in its first two matches, the U.S. has now clinched advancement to the next round of the tournament.

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