USA Defeats Australia 2-0 to Reach Knockouts

The United States men’s national team advanced to the World Cup knockout stage with a dominant 2-0 victory over Australia in Seattle, overcoming the absence of injured star Christian Pulisic.

Goals from a Cameron Burgess own goal and Alex Freeman secured the co-hosts’ second straight Group D win.

The victory has ignited World Cup fever across America, with fans and pundits alike beginning to believe that a deep run is possible on home soil.

The seismic energy from the goals registered on par with notable Seahawks crowd moments, underscoring the electric atmosphere at Lumen Field.