United States meet Australia in a group stage Group D tie at Lumen Field in Seattle. The United States are co-hosts and lead the tournament's organisation alongside Canada and Mexico. Coached by Mauricio Pochettino and led by Christian Pulisic, they boast their most talented squad in a generation. Home advantage raises hopes of a deep run.
Australia arrive with their own ambitions. Australia have qualified for every World Cup since 2006 and reached the last 16 in both 2006 and 2022. The Socceroos are known for their fighting spirit and organisation. Goalkeeper-captain Mathew Ryan provides leadership and experience.
United States face Australia on Fri Jun 19 · 7:00 PM GMT at Lumen Field, Seattle.
Lumen Field in Seattle, USA (capacity 68,740).
It is a Group Stage (Group D) fixture at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
United States 2 – 0 Australia.