USA vs. Australia Picks – World Cup Group D Betting Preview, Team News, and Predictions (Jun 19)
How to Watch
- Where: Lumen Field, Seattle, Washington
- When: Friday, June 19, 3:00 PM ET
- How to Watch: FOX, Telemundo, Peacock.
The 2026 World Cup hosts, the USA, got off to a flying start, beating Paraguay and raising the morale of both the players and the nation. Meanwhile, Australia shocked Turkey, beating the European team and indicating that they aren’t just another team at the tournament.
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USA Stats & Team News
The USMNT was more than confident against Paraguay, dismantling the rivals in the opening round with a 4-1 win. This was only the second triumph for Pochettino’s crew in their recent 5 appearances.
As usual, the Americans are playing interesting and highly efficient matches. In 7 of the last 8 contests this team played, we saw over 2.5 goals. Also, just one in the past 9 had not finished with both teams netting.
Likely Lineup:
(3-4-2-1) Freese; Freeman, M. Robinson, Ream; Dest, McKennie, Adams, A. Robinson; Pulisic, Tillman; Balogun
Australia Stats & Team News
Australia played above every expectation, beating Turkey 2-0 on the premiere. The Socceroos have wisely used all their chances while letting the Turks take the initiative and keep the ball.
The efficiency of Aussie’s games is low. Just one in the last 5 saw more than two goals, but that’s nothing new when it comes to Australia. They play hard football, with a defense-first approach.
Likely Lineup:
(5-4-1) Ryan; Italiano, Circati, Souttar, Herrington, Bos; Metcalfe, Irvine, O’Neill, Leckie; Toure
Head-to-Head Stats
The USA and Australia met in October 2025, when the Americans won 2-1. Haji Wright scored a brace for Team USA while Bos netted for Australia.
USA vs. Australia World Cup Picks
Expect moderate efficiency in this game. The USA will try to attack while the Aussie unit will defend. There won’t be too many goals, but on the other hand, knowing these units, it would be very odd not to see some action at the Lumen Field.
- Free World Cup picks: 2 or 3 goals
