USA prepares to face Australia in World Cup match today
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 9:11 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
The United States men's national team faces Australia today in their second match of the 2026 World Cup, following a strong opening win against Paraguay. Led by coach Mauricio Pochettino, the U.S. team aims for another victory to secure a spot in the knockout stage. Australia enters the match after defeating Turkiye 2-0, showcasing a strong defensive performance. Christian Pulisic's availability remains uncertain as the U.S. considers lineup adjustments, potentially opting to rest key players ahead of the matchup against a physically resilient Australian side. Kickoff is scheduled for later today.
- •USA defeated Paraguay in their World Cup opener.
- •Australia beat Turkiye in their first game.
- •Christian Pulisic's playing status is questionable.
- •Pochettino may adjust the lineup for freshness.
- •Match kickoff is scheduled for today.
- 9:11 PMYahoo Sports — How will USA line up vs Australia in second game of 2026 World Cup as Pochettino's USMNT seek 2-0 start?
"Mauricio Pochettino's first lineup for the 2026 World Cup made USA the talk of the tournament's first couple of days. If it ain't broke, don't fix it, right?
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