Seattle, June 19 (IANS) Co-hosts USA will continue their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign by taking on Australia at Seattle Stadium in their second group-stage match on Saturday (IST).

This top-of-the-table battle pits together two sides who secured impressive wins in their opening matches. Co-hosts USA put four past Paraguay, while Australia downed a much-fancied Turkiye thanks to stunning goals by Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe. A win for either side here would book their spot in the knockout stage.

The USA head into the match with a talented squad featuring a blend of experienced internationals and emerging stars. Australia, meanwhile, will rely on their disciplined approach, physicality, and fighting spirit as they aim to secure a positive result against the tournament hosts.

How to watch USA vs Australia live in India

Live streaming and live telecast of the FIFA World Cup 2026 matches will be available on the Zee5 platform and app in India. A subscription will be needed.

Live telecast of the FIFA World Cup 2026 will be available on the Unite8 Sports 1, Unite8 Sports 1 HD, Unite8 Sports 2, and Unite8 Sports 2 HD TV channels in India.

Key details

Date and kick-off time: Saturday, June 20, 12:30 AM IST

Venue: Seattle Stadium, Seattle

Referee: Felix Zwayer

Squads:

United States of America

Goalkeepers: Chris Brady, Matt Freese, Matt Turner

Defenders: Max Arfsten, Sergiño Dest, Alex Freeman, Mark McKenzie, Tim Ream, Chris Richards, Antonee Robinson, Miles Robinson, Joe Scally, Auston Trusty

Midfielders: Tyler Adams, Sebastian Berhalter, Weston McKennie, Gio Reyna, Cristian Roldan, Malik Tillman

Forwards: Brenden Aaronson, Folarin Balogun, Ricardo Pepi, Christian Pulisic, Tim Weah, Haji Wright, Alejandro Zendejas.

Australia

Goalkeepers: Ryan, Izzo, Beach

Defenders: Behich, Bos, Burgess, Circati, Degenek, Geria, Herrington, Italiano, Souttar, Trewin

Midfielders: Devlin, Hrustic, Irvine, Metcalfe, Okon-Englster, O’Neill

Forwards: Irankunda, Leckie, Mabil, Toure, Velupilly, Volpato, Yengi.

–IANS

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