USA and Australia seek knockout rounds; Brazil faces Haiti

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Last updated Jun 19, 2026

USA and Australia seek knockout rounds; Brazil faces Haiti
Summary

The United States and Australia are set to clash in Seattle as they aim for a spot in the World Cup knockout rounds. Both teams come off victories, with the USA having won 4-1 against Paraguay and Australia defeating Turkey 2-0. Brazil, meanwhile, looks to recover from a 1-1 draw against Morocco as they prepare to take on Haiti. Brazil's Gabriel Magalhaes anticipates improvements after a disappointing first match. Scotland also seeks progression after their opening win, facing Morocco next. Iran's football federation plans to lodge a complaint regarding travel restrictions during the tournament.

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  • USA aims to secure knockout stage with victory over Australia.
  • Australia looks to build on their 2-0 win against Turkey.
  • Brazil needs a win against Haiti after drawing with Morocco.
  • Scotland seeks to continue momentum with a match against Morocco.
  • Iran's federation complains of travel restrictions affecting their team.
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The United States and Australia will look to book their place in the World Cup knockout rounds on Friday while Brazil aim to kickstart their campaign against Haiti.Scotland captain Andy Robertson meanwhile urged his team to build on their opening 1-0 win against Haiti and get a result against Morocco on Friday which would help propel them into the knockout rounds of a World Cup for the very first time.

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