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U.S. Wins Group D, Beats Australia, Eyes Turkey

6/24/2026

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Summary

Story summary

United States won Group D and a knockout berth after a 2-0 win over Australia on June 23.
Paraguay’s 1-0 win over Türkiye on June 22 gave the United States a title since 2010.
The United States will play Türkiye on June 25 before a knockout at Stadium in Santa Clara, California.
A 77% chance on June 23 indicates the United States will face a Group B team, Algeria.
Mauricio Pochettino may rest key players in that match.

History

Historical Context

Hosting the 1999 FIFA Women’s World Cup, the United States defeated China in a penalty shootout before a record 90,185 fans at the Rose Bowl, a watershed that vaulted women’s soccer into the national spotlight. The surge in interest spurred the creation of the Women’s United Soccer Association in 2000, the first U.S. professional women’s league, shaping the sport’s growth.

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Story summary

United States won Group D and a knockout berth after a 2-0 win over Australia on June 23.
Paraguay’s 1-0 win over Türkiye on June 22 gave the United States a title since 2010.
The United States will play Türkiye on June 25 before a knockout at Stadium in Santa Clara, California.
A 77% chance on June 23 indicates the United States will face a Group B team, Algeria.
Mauricio Pochettino may rest key players in that match.

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