USA leads Australia after another own goal in World Cup match

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Last updated Jun 19, 2026

USA leads Australia after another own goal in World Cup match
Summary

The USA is currently leading Australia in a World Cup match held in Seattle after an own goal by Cameron Burgess. The goal came in the 11th minute following a cross from Folarin Balogun. This own goal marks the seventh of the tournament so far, with the record from 2018 within reach. The USA, seeking to qualify for the knockout stage, looks to maintain its lead over the Socceroos.

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  • USA leads 1-0 against Australia after 11 minutes.
  • Cameron Burgess scored an own goal, diverting a cross.
  • This is the seventh own goal in the tournament.
  • USA aims for knockout stage qualification.
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  • 7:36 PMYahoo Sports📸 USA take lead as World Cup continues its run of own goals 😅
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The U.S. has scored without scoring again: they have now benefited from two consecutive own goals in a World Cup and have just set a historic record The United States took the lead against Australia i...

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The biggest-ever World Cup has already seen one co-host qualify for the round of 32 in Mexico and they could soon be joined by the USA. They lead against Australia after yet another own goal at this ...

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