The United States secured its place in the World Cup round of 32 with a 2-0 win over Australia in the second round of group-stage play. The Americans became the second team to clinch a place in the next round, after Mexico had already done so.
Cameron Burgess scored an own goal in the 11th minute to put the United States ahead, and Alex Freeman added the second goal in the 43rd minute. The result confirmed the U.S. advancement before the group stage is complete.