Australia prepares for World Cup clash against USA in Seattle
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 1:01 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Australia's Socceroos face the United States in a Group D match on Friday, June 17, in Seattle. They are vying for a position in the round of 32, needing at least a draw to secure advancement. The team aims to counter specific threats from key USA players like Christian Pulisic and Antonee Robinson. After a strong performance against Turkey, the Socceroos approach this match with confidence.
- •Match scheduled for June 17, in Seattle.
- •Australia needs at least a draw to progress.
- •Key US players include Christian Pulisic and Antonee Robinson.
- •Australia aims to build on their recent win against Turkey.
- 1:01 AMThe Guardian Sport — The threats Australia must neutralise in World Cup’s ‘Battle of Seattle’ against USA
"From Christian Pulisic and Antonee Robinson to Sergiño Dest and Folarin Balogun, the Socceroos will have their hands full in the Group D clash In the so-called “Battle of Seattle”, the Socceroos face a range of threats against the USA on Friday (Saturday AEST): physical, technical and tactical. A draw will almost certainly secure a place in the round of 32 for the Socceroos and, after their heroics against Turkey, Australia can rightfully feel this is a game they can win. To do so, they will need to neutralise the most dangerous components of the USA menace. Continue reading...
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