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USMNT Faces Australia in Seattle, Pulisic Doubtful

6/19/2026

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Summary

Story summary

USMNT will play Australia at Seattle Stadium on Friday, June 19, 2026; the game streams on FuboTV, Peacock, and Fox Sports.
The U.S. entered after a 4-1 win over Paraguay (Balogun two goals) while Australia came off a 2-0 win over Turkey (goals by Irankunda and Metcalfe).
Christian Pulisic’s participation is uncertain after a left-calf injury forced his substitution versus Paraguay, and a win would likely clinch Group D and a Round-of-32 berth.

History

Historical Context

The United States hosted the 1994 FIFA World Cup, the first tournament to televise every match, show on-screen scores and run without commercial breaks, with ABC and ESPN covering from July 2 1994. That exposure embedded soccer in American market and paved the way for the U.S. to take part in the 2026 World Cup, where the men’s team now seeks a Group D clinch against Australia.

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Story summary

USMNT will play Australia at Seattle Stadium on Friday, June 19, 2026; the game streams on FuboTV, Peacock, and Fox Sports.
The U.S. entered after a 4-1 win over Paraguay (Balogun two goals) while Australia came off a 2-0 win over Turkey (goals by Irankunda and Metcalfe).
Christian Pulisic’s participation is uncertain after a left-calf injury forced his substitution versus Paraguay, and a win would likely clinch Group D and a Round-of-32 berth.

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