Group D Leadership at Stake as USA Face Australia
A place in the knockout stages is within reach as the two early leaders of Group D clash following dominant opening-day victories.
The USA enter this fixture at the top of the table following a 4-1 demolition of Paraguay, their largest-ever winning margin at a World Cup. Mauricio Pochettino’s side showed immense attacking fluidity in that opener, and a second consecutive victory would likely secure their progression to the next round with a game to spare. However, the manager must address a backline that has failed to keep a clean sheet in nine straight matches.
Australia arrive full of confidence after a 2-0 upset of Türkiye, a result few predicted. Head coach Tony Popovic has prioritised youth, naming the youngest-ever Socceroos starting XI in their last outing while leaving out veterans like Mathew Ryan and Jackson Irvine. Having won three of their last four World Cup matches—a significant improvement on their historical record—the Australians are in a prime position to challenge for the top spot.
Goals scored and conceded.
Per-game averages at this tournament — updates as the games are played.
Both teams across every game at this tournament.
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Every tournament game combined — USA 5 games, Australia 4 games.
USAAustraliaPast meetings.
Their recent form.
The road to the final.
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