Group stage · Group D

United States vs Australia

Co-host the United States plays in front of a home crowd in Seattle against a battle-tested Australia in Group D.

Kickoff 12:00 (Los Angeles time)

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What makes United States vs Australia interesting?

The United States faces Australia on June 19, 2026 at Lumen Field in Seattle.

The United States is one of the three host nations, so the home support will be strong.

The United States comes in ranked 16 in the world.

Australia is ranked 25 and has reached the round of 16 at a World Cup before.

Home advantage gives the United States a lift in this Group D match.

Both teams know a good start can shape the rest of the group.

What to watch out for?

How the United States uses the energy of a home crowd in Seattle.

Whether Australia's experience and grit can upset the hosts.

Which team is sharper in front of goal when chances come.

How the United States handles the pressure of playing as co-hosts.

How United States and Australia compare

United StatesAustralia
#16FIFA ranking#25
12thWorld Cups7th
Third place (1930)Best finishRound of 16 (2006, 2022)
CONCACAFConfederationAFC
Date
Friday, June 19
Kickoff Time
12:00 (Los Angeles time)

Common questions

When and where is United States vs Australia played?

The match is on June 19, 2026 at Lumen Field in Seattle. It is a Group D game at the 2026 World Cup.

What time does the match kick off?

Kickoff is at 12:00 local time in Seattle. This page also shows the time in your own timezone, so you can plan your day around it.

Who are the two teams and what is their World Cup history?

The United States is ranked 16 and is a co-host of this World Cup. Australia is ranked 25 and has reached the round of 16 at a World Cup before.

Who is favored to win?

The United States is higher ranked and plays at home, so they are the favorite. Australia is well organized and will be a tough opponent.

What is at stake in the group?

This is a Group D match, and the United States wants a strong start in front of home fans. Points here are important for both teams in the race to advance.

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