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USA scores two goals as Socceroos struggle in World Cup match

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 9:10 PM

Last updated Jun 19, 2026

USA scores two goals as Socceroos struggle in World Cup match

Summary

Australia faced a tough challenge against the USA in a World Cup match held in Seattle on June 19. The Socceroos, coming off a win against Turkey, showed a lack of composure and were outmatched throughout the game. Despite a strong following of around 10,000 fans, Australia fell to a 2-0 defeat, marking a stark contrast to their earlier performance. As the tournament progresses, the Socceroos will need to regroup and reassess their strategy moving forward.

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By the Numbers

•Australia lost 2-0 to the USA in Seattle on June 19.
•The Socceroos previously celebrated a win over Turkey.
•Australia struggled with composure and was outplayed in the match.
•Around 10,000 Australian fans supported the team at the game.
•The Socceroos will look to improve in their next match.

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9:10 PMThe Guardian Sport — Socceroos crash back to earth after being humbled by superior USA | Jack Snape

What they're saying

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The swagger Australia offered in their opener against Turkey was gone and for much for the game in Seattle they looked second best and shellshocked Australia looked like a bunch of bananas in their all-yellow strip against the USA, and it is tempting to call this comprehensive 2-0 defeat a banana skin in the Socceroos’ World Cup campaign. In truth, however, this was less a slip up than a humbling, and the visitors proved ripe opposition as the hosts came and took what they wanted. After the celebrations against Turkey, and the optimism of the past week, this was a jarring correction for Australia and their 10,000-strong travelling fans. The Socceroos looked second best and shellshocked for most of this early afternoon fixture. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Jack Snape at Seattle Stadium

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