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Australia and USMNT prepare for crucial World Cup showdown

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 8:43 PM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Australia and USMNT prepare for crucial World Cup showdown

Summary

Australia faces the U.S. Men's National Team in a FIFA World Cup match on Friday at Lumen Field in Seattle. Both teams won their opening games, with the U.S. defeating Paraguay 4-1 and Australia topping Türkiye 2-0. Tensions are high after a heated exchange between players and coaches from both sides. Kai Trewin of Australia expressed a strong desire to win, stating he has ‘never wanted to win a game more than this’. The winner will secure a spot in the Round of 32.

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•Australia beat Türkiye 2-0 in their opening match.
•USMNT defeated Paraguay 4-1 in their first game.
•Game scheduled for Friday at 3pm ET in Seattle.
•Kai Trewin emphasized his motivation to win against the USMNT.
•The match follows prior tensions between players and coaches from both teams.

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8:43 PMYahoo Sports — Australia star admits he’s ‘never wanted to win more’ ahead of USMNT game

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Australia and MLS defender Kai Trewin has admitted that he has 'never wanted to win a game more than this' as the Socceroos prepare to take on the U.S. Men's National Team
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Yahoo SportsJun 18, 2026, 8:43 PM
Australia star admits he’s ‘never wanted to win more’ ahead of USMNT game
Australia and MLS defender Kai Trewin has admitted that he has 'never wanted to win a game more than this' as the Socceroos prepare to take on the U.S. Men's National Team

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