USMNT qualifies for knockout round, prepares for final group match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 11:32 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
The U.S. Men's National Team secured a spot in the World Cup knockout stage by defeating Australia 2-0 on June 19. Previously, they opened with a 4-1 victory over Paraguay on June 12. With their place assured, head coach Mauricio Pochettino faces decisions on player usage for the final group match against Türkiye on June 25. The team's early advancement allows for potential rest for key players, including Christian Pulisic, who is recovering from an injury.
- •USMNT qualifies for knockout round after two group stage matches
- •Defeated Australia 2-0; previously beat Paraguay 4-1
- •Final group stage match against Türkiye scheduled for June 25
- •Pochettino may rest key players ahead of knockout round
- •Christian Pulisic recovering from calf injury, may sit out remaining match
- 11:32 PMYahoo Sports — How USMNT Can Take Advantage Of Finishing 1st In Its World Cup Group
"With the USA having qualified for the World Cup's knockout round, coach Mauricio Pochettino faces several decisions about using key players in the final group stage game.
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