USA earns Round of 32 spot with 2-0 win over Australia

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Last updated Jun 19, 2026

USA earns Round of 32 spot with 2-0 win over Australia
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The United States secured a place in the Round of 32 at the World Cup following a 2-0 victory against Australia on June 19. Both goals occurred in the first half, with the first coming from an own goal by Cameron Burgess after a cutback from Folarin Balogun. Alex Freeman scored the second goal, benefiting from a defensive mix-up by Australia after a VAR check. Malik Tillman played the full match for the U.S. while Joe Scally made his World Cup debut as a substitute. The outcome places the U.S. alongside Mexico in the next round, while Australia awaits their fate based on the upcoming match between Turkey and Paraguay.

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  • USA wins 2-0 against Australia in Group D
  • First goal scored by an own goal from Cameron Burgess
  • Alex Freeman doubled the lead after a VAR check
  • Malik Tillman played the full match; Scally debuted
  • USA joins Mexico in the Round of 32
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  • 9:18 PMYahoo SportsWorld Cup: Tillman helps USA progress to Round of 32 as Scally makes his debut
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The United States joined Mexico in the Round of 32 after their confident 2-0 win over Australia in Group D. Bayer Leverkusen’s Malik Tillman played the entire game as a central midfield. Both goals ...

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