USMNT vs. Australia: Match Recap & Highlights | FIFA World Cup 2026

The USMNT faced Australia in a FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage match, with Folarin Balogun forcing an own goal in the 11th minute to give the US an early advantage. Alex Freeman scored during the match, becoming the third youngest American to score in a FIFA World Cup. The USMNT's next group stage match is scheduled for June 25 in Los Angeles against Türkiye.