The U.S. men’s national team is set to play its second match in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The United States will play Australia at Lumen Field in Seattle on Friday, June 19 for the second round of Group D.
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The United States won its tournament opener, 4-1 against Paraguay on Friday, June 12. Folarin Balogun struck twice in the win.
All eyes will be on the status of Christian Pulisic after he was removed from that opening win at halftime after being kicked in the calf. The expectation is for him to play, but how will he respond to the knock?
Australia earned a 2-0 win over Turkey in their first match, putting in a very impressive performance
These two sides met in a friendly back in October of 2025, with the United States winning 2-1.
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When: Friday, June 19
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Where: Lumen Field (Seattle, WA)
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Time: 1 p.m. MT/2 p.m. CT
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Channel/streaming: FOX (Watch on Fubo TV), Peacock (WATCH HERE), Telemundo
The match vs. Australia will be played at 1 p.m. MT/ 2 p.m CT.
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More: USA Today World Cup coverage
The United States vs. Australia 2026 FIFA World Cup match is on FOX (Watch on Fubo TV), Peacock (WATCH HERE), Telemundo.
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Goalkeeper: 24 Matt Freese
Defense: 13 Tim Ream, 4 Tyler Adams, 16 Alex Freeman
Midfield: 5 Antonee Robinson, 17 Malik Tillman, 4 Tyler Adams, 8 Weston McKennie, 2 Sergiño Dest
Attack: 10 Christian Pulisic, 20 Folarin Balogun
US -165. Tie +330. Paraguay +450.
USA Today: After a performance like that against Paraguay and playing in front of what is sure to be a fantastic crowd in Seattle, it’s hard not to pick the U.S. to get off to a 2-0 start. Prediction: USMNT 3, Australia 1
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Yahoo Sports: The USMNT will score twice in this game, but will concede a goal in the process. They get the win and clinch Group D, while Australia will need another point in their final game to secure moving on.
NBC Sports: This feels like it could be a draw, but given the confidence the U.S. gained from that opening win, they will get it done to take control of Group D. USA 2, Australia 1.
Felix F. Chavez can be reached at fchavez@elpasotimes.com; @Fchavezeptimes on X
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