US soccer team faces Australia in Seattle amid Pulisic injury concerns
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 12:07 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
The US men's national soccer team is set to face Australia on Friday at Lumen Field in Seattle. After a strong performance in a 4-1 victory over Paraguay, the team aims to maintain momentum despite injury questions surrounding star player Christian Pulisic, who missed practice again due to a calf injury. US midfielder Cristian Roldan anticipates a vibrant atmosphere fueled by enthusiastic local fans. Australia's coach Tony Popovic expressed confidence following their 2-0 win over Turkey, emphasizing their goal to gain international respect through strong performances.
- •US won their World Cup opener against Paraguay 4-1.
- •Pulisic's training absence raises concerns about his availability.
- •Australia opened their campaign with a 2-0 victory over Turkey.
- •Roldan expects a loud and energetic crowd in Seattle.
- •Popovic aims for Australia's performances to enhance their global recognition.
- 12:07 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 World Cup: US looks to keep momentum vs. Australia today, with or without Pulisic
- 4:08 AMYahoo Sports — US hopes to give fans reason to revel when it faces Australia in Seattle, with or without Pulisic
"Cristian Roldan is familiar with how loud Lumen Field can get. The U.S. midfielder has played for the Seattle Sounders since 2015, getting plenty of love from fans in this soccer-crazed Pacific Northwest city. With the Americans coming off a 4-1 victory over Paraguay in their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener in Southern California, Roldan is expecting a charged atmosphere on Friday when the Americans face Australia at the home of the NFL’s Seattle Seahawks.
"Cristian Roldan is familiar with how loud Lumen Field can get. The U.S. midfielder has played for the Seattle Sounders since 2015, getting plenty of love from fans in this soccer-crazed Pacific Northwest city. With the Americans coming off a 4-1 victory over Paraguay in their World Cup opener in Southern California, Roldan is expecting a charged atmosphere on Friday when the Americans face Australia at the home of the NFL's Seattle Seahawks.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 19, 2026, 12:07 PM2026 World Cup: US looks to keep momentum vs. Australia today, with or without Pulisic
Cristian Roldan is familiar with how loud Lumen Field can get. The U.S. midfielder has played for the Seattle Sounders since 2015, getting plenty of love from fans in this soccer-crazed Pacific Northwest city. With the Americans coming off a 4-1 victory over Paraguay in their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener in Southern California, Roldan is expecting a charged atmosphere on Friday when the Americans face Australia at the home of the NFL’s Seattle Seahawks.
- Yahoo SportsJun 19, 2026, 4:08 AMUS hopes to give fans reason to revel when it faces Australia in Seattle, with or without Pulisic
Cristian Roldan is familiar with how loud Lumen Field can get. The U.S. midfielder has played for the Seattle Sounders since 2015, getting plenty of love from fans in this soccer-crazed Pacific Northwest city. With the Americans coming off a 4-1 victory over Paraguay in their World Cup opener in Southern California, Roldan is expecting a charged atmosphere on Friday when the Americans face Australia at the home of the NFL's Seattle Seahawks.
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