IRVINE, USA: The United States are refusing to buy into suggestions that Friday’s World Cup Group D clash with Australia in Seattle will be straightforward, with winger Tim Weah saying the Americans are focused on preparation rather than outside noise.

The USMNT faces tactical vulnerabilities ahead of its June 19 World Cup Group D clash against Australia at Lumen Field in Seattle. Here's why it matters.

After former US players turned pundits trashed Australia’s World Cup chances, their players are not as bullish ahead of their weekend showdown.

A knee-jerk reaction to the U.S.'s World Cup draw still lingers six months later and serves as the unlikely backdrop to Friday's match

Member of the US squad downplayed comments from former players in the media that questioned the ability of their next opponents

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IRVINE, California, June 16 : The United States are refusing to buy into suggestions that Friday's World Cup Group D clash with Australia in Seattle will be straightforward, with…

IRVINE, USA: The United States are refusing to buy into suggestions that Friday’s World Cup Group D clash with Australia in Seattle will be straightforward, with winger Tim Weah…

The U.S. and Australia go head-to-head in Seattle on Friday afternoon.