2026 World Cup: USA Beat Australia 2-0 to Reach Knockout Stage Without Pulisic
The United States opened Group D with a 4-1 victory over Paraguay and followed up with a solid 2-0 win against Australia on home soil. Captain Christian Pulisic was rested as a precaution, but Ricardо Pepi and Folarin Balogun’s pressure forced an own goal in the 11th minute. Sergino Dest’s free kick in first-half stoppage time was spilled by the goalkeeper, allowing Alex Freeman to head home. Australia pressed after the break but could not break down a well-organised American defence. With six points from two matches, the hosts now look forward to their final group game against Turkey.
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