This is the first time in 96 years that the United States has won two consecutive games in the World Cup.
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The United States has entered the knockout stages of the 2026 World Cup. Hosts USA defeated Australia 2-0 in a Group D match in Seattle on Saturday morning to advance to the last 32.
The United States is the second team to secure a place in the knockout stages. Earlier, co-hosts Mexico have advanced from Group A.
Mauricio Pochettino's United States defeated Paraguay 4-1 in their first match. This is the first time in 96 years that the United States has won two consecutive World Cup matches. A victory over Turkey in the final match will ensure the United States wins the group.
The United States took the lead in the 11th minute in front of a home crowd of 65,000 at the Seattle Stadium. Australia defender Cameron Burgess headed home a cross from Folarin Balogun from six yards.
Alex Freeman scored the second goal for the United States in the 43rd minute. He headed a deflected free kick into the goalpost. The assistant referee ruled it offside, but VAR overturned it and ruled it a goal.
Australia's performance improved slightly in the second half, but the United States maintained their lead at the hydration break, leading 2-0.
Australia made a surprise two-man change from their opening 2-0 win over Turkey, replacing both goalscorers Nestor Irankunda, 20, and midfielder Conor Metcalfe with Matthew Leckie and Nishan Velupilli, a costly decision.
