Momentum meets momentum on Friday as the United States and Australia square off at Seattle Stadium, with both sides looking to extend perfect starts in Group D of the 2026 World Cup.
The co-hosts, the United States men's national football team, arrive after a commanding 4-1 win over Paraguay national football team, a performance that reinforced growing belief around Mauricio Pochettino’s project.
The result followed a promising buildup, including a 3-2 win over Senegal and a narrow defeat to Germany, and suggested the team’s attacking structure is beginning to settle at the right time.
Against Paraguay, the USA struck early when Damian Bobadilla turned into his own net inside seven minutes, setting the tone for a dominant display.
Folarin Balogun delivered the headline performance with two goals, becoming only the second U.S. player to score multiple goals in a World Cup match.
