United States defeats Australia 2-0, continues strong performance without Pulisic
The United States defeated Australia 2-0 on Friday, even without star player Christian Pulisic. Ricardo Pepi, starting in Pulisic’s absence, helped the US build effective attacks, showcasing their tactical depth. The victory marks the second consecutive match in which the US forced an opponent's own-goal early.
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Published 20 Jun 2026, 16:30 UTC · Updated 20 Jun 2026, 16:40 UTC
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