USA and Australia Break Deadlock in Just 11 Minutes in Thrilling Encounter
The US is taking on Australia in Seattle, with both teams seeking to secure a spot in the round of 32 with a win. The USMNT is without star player Christian Pulisic, who was not passed fit to play after coming off at half-time in their 4-1 win over Paraguay. Folarin Balogun, who scored twice in that match, will be crucial for the US today.
The Socceroos have made surprising changes, dropping both scorers from their opening round win to the bench. The match is being played in a packed stadium in Seattle, with a party atmosphere and both sets of fans having plenty to sing about.
The US has started strongly, with McKennie and Dest linking up well down the right. However, it was Australia who scored first, with Cameron Burgess putting the ball into his own net after a dangerous cross from Balogun. The US is looking threatening whenever they go forward, with McKennie fashioning a cross from the right that was blocked.
The temperature in Seattle is cooler than other locations, which could lead to a fast-paced game. The US will be looking to make the most of their home advantage and secure a win that would see them progress to the round of 32 with a game to spare.
In other World Cup group fixtures, Scotland will face Morocco, while Brazil takes on Haiti. Türkiye and Paraguay will clash in the late game, with both countries seeking a result after opening round losses.
The Socceroos have made surprising changes, dropping both scorers from their opening round win to the bench. The match is being played in a packed stadium in Seattle, with a party atmosphere and both sets of fans having plenty to sing about.
The US has started strongly, with McKennie and Dest linking up well down the right. However, it was Australia who scored first, with Cameron Burgess putting the ball into his own net after a dangerous cross from Balogun. The US is looking threatening whenever they go forward, with McKennie fashioning a cross from the right that was blocked.
The temperature in Seattle is cooler than other locations, which could lead to a fast-paced game. The US will be looking to make the most of their home advantage and secure a win that would see them progress to the round of 32 with a game to spare.
In other World Cup group fixtures, Scotland will face Morocco, while Brazil takes on Haiti. Türkiye and Paraguay will clash in the late game, with both countries seeking a result after opening round losses.
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