USA's Upcoming World Cup Match: Schedule, Kickoff Time, Bracket, and Results as USMNT Takes on Australia

USMNT’s Journey in the 2026 FIFA World Cup

The U.S. men's national team is set to experience something new for American soccer fans as they co-host the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The squad aims to ignite passion for the sport across the country while competing against the world's elite.

Led by head coach Mauricio Pochettino and star player Christian Pulisic, the team seeks a strong run on home soil that could lay groundwork for future successes in international soccer.

Next Match Details

Following their impressive 4-1 victory over Paraguay, the USMNT will face Australia on Friday, June 19. The game will be played at Lumen Field in Seattle, with kickoff scheduled for 3 p.m. ET.

Where to Watch USMNT Matches

All USMNT games during the 2026 World Cup will air on the FOX network in the U.S. Fans can also stream every match live via Fubo, which offers a free trial for new subscribers. This platform streams ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox, and many other top channels without cable.

Group D Draw and Potential Knockout Paths

As a co-host, the United States was automatically placed in Pot 1 and assigned to Group D. They joined Australia (Pot 2), Paraguay (Pot 3), and Turkey (Pot 4). The draw favored the US with relatively lower-ranked opponents.

If the US advances from Group D, their knockout stage path depends on their group placement. Finishing first or second grants them different matchups, while qualifying as one of the best third-place teams opens three possible scenarios.

Possible Third-Place Qualifier Routes

Should the US qualify as one of the eight third-place teams, there are three likely placements in the bracket. Each depends on various combinations involving other groups.

The US might face the winner of Group I or, least likely, Group K, depending on the final third-place qualifiers. These paths vary but all lead through challenging venues and dates outlined in the tournament schedule.