Image: NYTimesUSMNT beats Australia, soars into World Cup knockout stage; How’d they do it without Pulisic? - The Athletic
• The USMNT has advanced to the round of 32 after defeating Australia, positioning themselves as potential group winners depending on subsequent Friday results. • The team achieved this victory despite the absence of star player Christian Pulisic, demonstrating depth and tactical flexibility. • This result allows the U.S. to potentially rest key players like Tyler Adams, Antonee Robinson, Folarin Balogun, and Chris Richards in the final group match to avoid yellow card suspensions.
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