HOSTS ROLL ON!

June 20, 2026

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SEATTLE, United States (AFP) — The United States advanced to the World Cup knockout rounds with a game to spare following an impressive 2-0 win over Australia Friday, stoking the hopes of an already-hyped host nation.

USA join fellow tournament co-hosts Mexico as the first teams to progress, and could be assured top spot in Group D if Turkey fail to beat Paraguay later Friday.

Excitement had been running high from last week’s US thrashing of Paraguay.

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