U.S. tops Australia, advances to World Cup knockout round

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USMNT qualifies for 2026 World Cup knockout round with 2-0 win over Australia: Live updates and reaction
The United States became the second nation to reach the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup with a commanding 2-0 victory over Australia in Seattle. As in its 4-1 win over Paraguay, the U.S. made a lightning-quick start and took the lead when Cameron Burgess turned Folarin Balogun’s pass into his own net.

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U.S. reaches World Cup knockout stage by blanking Australia without injured Christian Pulisic
The U.S. national soccer team advanced to the knockout round at the World Cup despite the absence of injured forward Christian Pulisic, beating Australia 2-0 on Friday.

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USMNT tout 'insane' versatility in overcoming Christian Pulisic absence
"The versatility of this team is insane, to be honest, because there's guys that aren't playing right now that can play a major role as well," midfielder Tyler Adams said.

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Despite Christian Pulisic’s absence, US beats Australia 2-0 to advance to World Cup knockout round
U.S. beats Australia 2-0, advances to World Cup knockout round

Raúl Rangel uses 'pure reaction' to make save that moves Mexico into knockout stage of World Cup

GUADALAJARA, Mexico (AP) — With Mexico a few minutes away from securing a spot in the knockout stage of the World Cup it's hosting with the U.S. and Canada, goalkeeper Raúl “Tala” Rangel extended his right arm and positioned his hand perfectly to keep the ball from crossing the line,

Scotland's World Cup knockout hopes remain alive despite Morocco defeat

Scotland concede after just 71 seconds of World Cup defeat against classy Morocco but historic knock-out place remains in their own hands.
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Reactions: “Extremely bitter, because it was a knock-out game”

Sebastian Kehl (in the mixed zone): “We weren’t good enough in one or two situations, we weren’t sharp enough. It was a game between two top teams who were evenly matched and didn’t allow much. We didn’t have to lose it and had chances to make it ...

World Cup Health And Security Risks Will Grow In The Knockout Phase

This is the largest and most complex World Cup ever, with three host countries and 48 teams. It will place unprecedented challenges on medical and security staff