USMNT prepares for combative match against Australia at World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 9:55 PM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
The U.S. Men's National Team is set to face Australia in Seattle after a convincing 4-1 victory over Paraguay in their World Cup opener. Coach Mauricio Pochettino urged the team to approach each match individually, emphasizing respect for every opponent. Tyler Adams highlighted that the upcoming game is expected to be physical, recalling their recent friendly win against Australia. The USMNT may be without star player Christian Pulisic, who is day-to-day with a calf injury following his substitution in the previous match. Kickoff is imminent as the team aims to secure a place in the Round of 32.
- •USMNT defeated Paraguay 4-1 in the first match.
- •Tyler Adams discusses Pochettino's game-by-game focus.
- •Upcoming match against Australia expected to be physical.
- •Christian Pulisic's availability is uncertain due to a calf injury.
- 9:55 PMYahoo Sports — Tyler Adams on Mauriucio Pochettino’s message to USMNT with ‘combative game’ ahead
"U.S. Men’s National Team midfielder Tyler Adams has given a peek behind the curtain into what head coach Mauricio Pochettino's message was after their red-hot start to the World Cup, as they prepare to face Australia
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