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Australia prepares for World Cup match against the United States

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 3:34 PM

Last updated Jun 19, 2026

Australia prepares for World Cup match against the United States

Summary

Australia's national soccer team is set to compete against the United States in the group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The match comes as the team anticipates the significance of their national anthem, 'Advance Australia Fair,' which has a complex history and was officially adopted in 1984. Recent changes to the anthem's lyrics reflect the nation’s Indigenous heritage. As Australia gets ready to take the field, they will aim to make a strong impression in the tournament.

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Key Details

•Match scheduled for the group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
•Australia's anthem has historical changes, with lyrics updated in 2021.
•The anthem was officially adopted in 1984, replacing 'God Save the Queen.'
•Australia aims to showcase their talent on an international stage.

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3:34 PMYahoo Sports — What are the lyrics to Australia’s national anthem? ‘Advance Australia Fair’ history

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Learn the words to Australia’s national anthem, plus the meaning behind key lyric changes and how the song became the country’s official anthem.
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