Editor's note: Follow all today's World Cup matches live!SEATTLE — The United States men's national team made it two wins from two to start the World Cup, defeating Australia 2-0 on Friday, June 19 at Lumen Field.The win clinched a berth in the round of 32 with one game to spare and put the U.S. on the brink of clinching Group D, which it will do if Turkey doesn't beat Paraguay later on Friday.Even with Christian Pulisic sidelined with a calf injury, the USMNT turned in another strong performance on home soil, opening the scoring just 11 minutes in through a Cameron Burgess own goal.Just before halftime, Alex Freeman doubled the lead with a header from close range after a deflected shot from Sergiño Dest.The U.S. held on in the second half through a strong defensive performance. Mauricio Pochettino's side will now close out the group against Turkey on Thursday, June 25.But USMNT World Cup ticketsUSA TODAY provided live updates from Lumen Field.Get on the USA bandwagonSEATTLE — There comes a time at every World Cup when the attitude changes. When those who’d been either too apprehensive or too indifferent to get on board go all in and race to catch up with the diehards.They buy the jerseys. Paint their faces. Start scheduling their lives around games. Get so invested they’ll explain the offside rule to anyone who will listen. So many people flood the bandwagon it threatens to tip over, and the whole country is off on a raucous, joyous ride.This is that time.Read the full column from Nancy Armour.90'+ 4 - Referee injury!It looks like match official Felix Zwayer is suffering from a cramp and needs treatment. He will soldier on though.90' Six minutes of added time.Just six minutes stand between the USMNT and a place in the knockout round.88' Getting chippy lateSouttar and Balogun getting into it here, with the Aussie defender shown a yellow card along with Balogun. It's getting chippy here late.84' Aussies putting U.S. under pressureThe USMNT is struggling to get out of its own half as some desperate defending prevents an Aussie goal! First Richards gets a block in and then Adams from close range.81' USMNT makes two subsTrusty and Scally on for the USMNT, replacing Robinson and Dest.Sellout at Lumen Field66,925 is the attendance here at Lumen Field, a sellout77' USMNT sitting backNow it's Australia with more dangerous possession, getting more crosses in and more touches in the USA box. But is it too late?75' Australia starting to pressAustralia is starting to press high as it looks for a goal that could get them right back into the game.72' - Berhalter about to come inIt looks like Sebastian Berhalter will be the first USMNT sub here. He replaces Pepi as the USMNT looks to get into a more defensive posture.Hydration breakThe hydration break (which the fans booed of course) came at a good time for the USMNT, which was just starting to wobble a bit.66' Aussies breaking throughAustralia starting to cause some issues for the U.S. here, forcing a turnover high up the pitch. Shot from Metcalfe doesn't trouble Freese though.62' Australia chance!Perhaps the best chance of the day there for Australia as Irankunda beats the offside trap and get in. His cutback for Volpato is good but the forward blazes his shot well over.61' Leckie off injuredLeckie slow to get up and he is unable to continue as he walks off slowly. Volpato is in.59' USMNT pressing energeticallyGreat pressing today from some of the attackers, especially Tillman and Pepi.56' Yellow card Antonee RobinsonLate challenge for Robinson on an Aussie player and now he and Adams are one card from missing the Turkey game (and of course another yellow for Jedi today would be a red).51' Balogun in on goal!Balogun with a chance to ice the game on a transition attempt, but he takes too long to get his shot off, allowing Circati to get a sliding challenge in.50' USMNT in controlAustralia still mostly sitting back when the U.S is in possession.Underway in the second half!We are back at Lumen Field. No changes for the USMNT but Australia making three subs. Irankunda is one of the players coming in along with Metcalfe and Geria. Irankunda gets a big ovation from the Aussie fans here after he and Metcalfe scored against Turkey.How close was Freeman to being offside?It looked close in real-time but Freeman was onside by a good bit.USMNT sets group-stage goal markWe are only halfway through the group stage but the USMNT already has its highest group-stage goal total (six) since 1930. One more goal will set the record.HALFTIME: USA 2-0 AustraliaThat's halftime and it's been another highly encouraging display from the USMNT, which has been mostly dominant and found a huge goal before the break to add some breathing room.Who is Alex Freeman?It's been a breakout tournament already for Freeman, the youngest player on the roster and son of former NFL star Antonio Freeman. Read more about the defender HERE.44' GOAL USA!! Alex Freeman!The USA is up 2-0! Dest strikes from the top of the box off a free kick and the ball is blocked up into the air. Freeman is alert and crashes the goal, heading home from close range. The goal is waved off initially for offside but after a VAR check, Freeman is shown to just be onside.42 Tillman wins a foulTillman and Dest giving Aussie defenders fits in the corner, with Tillman drawing a foul after shielding the ball well.38' Clash of headsFreeman and Okon-Engstler are down after a nasty clash of heads. Medics on the pitch for a bit but it appears both will be able to continue.32' Another yellow card for AustraliaCircatti picks up a yellow for clipping down Tillman, who did well to bypass him after a quick layoff from Balogun.30' - Australia still sitting backWith goal differential a factor here, the Aussies aren't chasing the game too much yet, still allowing the USMNT the lion's share of possession.25' Hydration breakAs we enter the hydration break, a stat: The USMNT has already scored its most goals at a group stage (five) since 2002.23' Great challenge by FreemanTruly top-class defending by Freeman there, cutting out a dangerous low cross with a sliding challenge at the near post.21' Balogun can't take it downGreat ball in by Adams and Balogun was in with a better first touch, but it squirts away and the chance is lost.Balogun creates another goalHe didn't score this one, but Balogun was at the heart of the USMNT's opener. Read more HERE.16 - More hard Australia foulsOnce again Australia comes in with a rough challenge, this time Velupillay. Seconds later, Bos picks up the game's first yellow with a foul on McKennie.11' GOAL USA! Own goal Cameron BurgessIt's another early own goal for the USA! Balogun sets it up with a great run behind the back line and his dangerous ball in the middle is turned home by Burgess.It's the second straight game the U.S. has opened the scoring with an own goal within the first 11 minutes.8' Adams fouled hardAdams does well to win the ball and is absolutely clattered by Leckie. Could have been a card there as Adams is slow to get up.7' - Promising for USMNTSome good early moments here as McKennie is flaring out wide right. He gets a cross in but Pepi's header is blocked.4' - Australia conceding the ballUnsurprisingly, Australia sets up in a defensive posture and is looking to sit back.1' - Sloppy giveaway from U.S.An early chance for the Aussies off some sloppy play from the U.S. back line but the shot is right at Frese.Kickoff!We are underway here at Lumen Field!We are readyPlayers onto the fieldHuge roar from the fans here as the players step onto the field. Kickoff is just 10 minutes away!Every seat already filledThis won't be a late arriving crowd at Lumen Field. With 20 minutes until kickoff, virtually every seat is filled.Pepi and Balogun playing togetherBalogun and Pepi have only played 187 minutes together on USMNT, but when together in those minutes, the US has scored five goals, averaging one goal per every 37.4 minutes.-Carter BraunPlayers back into the locker roomsWarm-ups are complete and lineups have been announced here. We are almost ready on a beautiful day in Seattle.Pulisic on the pitchChristian Pulisic is on the pitch here at Lumen Filed, walking off with his teammates after warm-ups. He is wearing sneakers as he gets set to watch the game from the sideline.Fun fact from our friends at MLSFans erupt as USA takes fieldThis crowd is going to be loud today, as we just heard when the USA took the field for warm-ups.Australia takes the field to boosBoos ring out around the stadium as the Socceroos take the pitch for warm-ups.Australia fans filling inWhy Ricardo Pepi?Pochettino has thrown us for a loop here with the introduction of Ricardo Pepi. The PSV man and Baogun rarely play together so it is certainly a risk. But the coach is betting that Australia will sit back and clearly wants as many goal-scorers to be positioned in and around the box.USA lineup todayFreese; Dest, Freeman, Richards, Ream, A. Robinson, Adams, McKennie, Tillman, Pepi, Balogun.Australia lineup todayHow to watch USA soccer game vs AustraliaThe USMNT-Australia game is airing on Fox but you can also watch on Fubo or the Fox One App. Spanish language broadcasts are available on Telemundo and Peacock.Watch every World Cup game with FuboWhat time does USA vs Australia start?The matchup kicks off at 3:00 PM ET.Where is USA World Cup game Australia game?The Group D match is being held at Lumen Field in Seattle, home of the NFL's Seattle Seahawks.Full rosters for 2026 World Cup teamsSeattle World Cup gamesToday is the second of six matches Seattle will host at the 2026 World Cup.Group stage matches:Monday, June 15: Belgium 1-1 EgyptFriday, June 19: USA vs. AustraliaWednesday, June 24: Bosnia and Herzegovina vs. QatarFriday, June 26: Egypt vs. IranKnockout stage matches:Wednesday, July 1: Round of 32Monday, July 6: Round of 16Christian Pulisic is OUT, Ricardo Pepi inHuge news from Fox Sports, as Mauricio Pochettino confirms to Jenny Taft that Christian Pulisic won't play today due to his calf injury. Ricardo Pepi will start in his place.Christian Pulisic is here - will he play?USMNT fans are HYPEDWhy Pulisic should sitAs we near the announcement of lineups, Nancy Armour writes that USMNT star Christian Pulisic should be rested today.Read the full story HERE.Where is USA vs Australia game today?Today's game will take place at Lumen Field, renamed Seattle Stadium for the tournament. This will be the first time the USMNT has played here since the 2016 Copa America.Watch USA vs Australia liveTime: 3 p.m. ET/Noon PTWhere: Lumen Field (Seattle)TV: FOX, TelemundoStream: Fubo, FOX One, PeacockUSA speaks about playing on JuneteenthPre-game vibes are immaculateReport from Italy says Pulisic will playAccording to Italian transfer guru Gianluca Di Marzio, Pulisic "has recovered from his calf discomfort and will be fully available."United States vs Australia prediction, World Cup picksSeth Vertelney: USA 2-1 AustraliaThe key to this game will be who scores first. If the U.S. can manage that, Australia will have to come out of its shell. Even if Christian Pulisic can't play, the USMNT attack is playing at a high level right now.Jon Arnold: USA 2-0 AustraliaWhile Australia showed how dangerous it can be on the counter, the U.S. attack's chemistry will lead to another early goal that will change the dynamic of the game.Jesse Yomtov: USA 1 - 1 AustraliaAmericans came out guns blazing in their opener, but Australia proved against Turkey that it's a much stronger side than pundits anticipated.Victoria Hernandez: USA 2 - 1 AustraliaBoth teams outperformed expectations in their openers, but the U.S. will be playing with more to prove on home soil.USA vs Australia World Cup ticketsUSA World Cup rosterGoalkeepers: Chris Brady (Chicago Fire), Matt Freese (New York City FC), Matt Turner (New England Revolution)Defenders: Max Arfsten (Columbus Crew), Sergiño Dest (PSV), Alex Freeman (Villarreal), Mark McKenzie (Toulouse), Tim Ream (Charlotte FC), Chris Richards (Crystal Palace), Antonee Robinson (Fulham), Miles Robinson (FC Cincinnati), Joe Scally (Borussia Mönchengladbach), Auston Trusty (Celtic)Midfielders: Tyler Adams (AFC Bournemouth), Sebastian Berhalter (Vancouver Whitecaps), Weston McKennie (Juventus), Gio Reyna (Borussia Mönchengladbach), Cristian Roldan (Seattle Sounders), Malik Tillman (Bayer Leverkusen)Forwards: Brenden Aaronson (Leeds United), Folarin Balogun (Monaco), Ricardo Pepi (PSV), Christian Pulisic (AC Milan), Tim Weah (Olympique Marseille), Haji Wright (Coventry City), Alejandro Zendejas (Club América)USA vs Australia oddsWho does USA play today in World Cup?The USMNT faces off against Australia on Friday's World Cup Group D action at Lumen Field in Seattle.When is World Cup Round of 32?Group Stage: June 11-June 27Round of 32: June 28-July 3Round of 16: July 4-7Quarterfinals: July 9-11Semifinals: July 14-15Third-place game: July 18 (Miami Gardens, Florida)Final: July 19 (East Rutherford, New Jersey)Has USA ever won the World Cup?Nope. The USA national team is back in the World Cup for the 12th time after last qualifying in 2022. The country's best result in the tournament is a third place (1930).What is USA FIFA ranking?USA, ranked No. 16 in the FIFA Men's World Rankings, earned a berth in the 2026 World Cup as Hosts.What is Australia's FIFA ranking?The Socceroos are ranked No. 22 in the FIFA Men's World Rankings and clinched a spot in the 2026 World Cup as AFC third round Group C runners-up.Where is USMNT base camp?The U.S. men's national team has its World Cup base in Irvine, California.Get your USA soccer jerseyBuy USMNT World Cup gear!When does Team USA play in the World Cup?The USMNT faces Australia at 3 p.m. ET on Friday, June 19 in the FIFA World Cup.Who won the last World Cup?Argentina won the 2022 World Cup held in Qatar, defeating France on penalty kicks in the final.World Cup standingsExplore live group standings, stats and the updated bracket with USA TODAY Sports here.