USA World Cup team clinches spot in knockout stage after another historic performance vs Australia
The United States Men's National Team clinched a knockout stage spot with its second straight World Cup win, beating Australia in Seattle behind an own goal and a header.
TL;DR
- United States Men's National Team clinched a spot in the knockout stage with a 2-0 victory over Australia.
- This marks the first time since 1930 that the United States has won back-to-back World Cup games.
- The US secured the win with an own goal from Australia in the 10th minute and a headed goal by Alex Freeman in the 43rd minute.
- Christian Pulisic did not play due to a calf injury, but the team performed well without him.
- The US leads Group D with six points, while Australia has three points.
- The United States will play Turkey next in Los Angeles.