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USA surge into World Cup knockout stage after dominant victory over Socceroos
Whatever the result, soccer was always going to win. But on a hot and bright Friday afternoon in the pacific north-west, the word had an American accent.
TL;DR
- The United States defeated Australia 2-0 in the World Cup.
- The win secured the US a place in the knockout round with a game to spare.
- This is the first time the US has won two games at the start of a World Cup since 1930.
- Alex Freeman scored a goal, contributing to the victory.
- The result is hoped to be transformative for soccer in the United States.