USA vs Australia World Cup 2026

USA vs Australia: Free Stream, TV Channel & Kickoff Time | World Cup 2026

⚡ Group D · Matchday 2

USA
vs

Australia
3:00 PM ET
Friday, June 19 · Lumen Field, Seattle

⚡ Quick Answer

USA vs Australia kicks off 3:00 PM ET, Friday June 19 (12 PM PT in Seattle). Watch the free stream on Tubi in the US, plus Fox and Telemundo. Free on SBS in Australia and BBC in the UK.

📅
Date
Fri Jun 19
⏰
Kickoff
3 PM ET
🆚
Free Stream
Tubi

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Friday, June 19, 2026
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Where to Watch the USA vs Australia Free Stream

Several official broadcasters carry the free stream legally and in HD.

United States
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Australia
SBS
Free with signup

United Kingdom
BBC
Free with TV licence

Ireland
RTE
Free to stream

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Ireland
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Canada
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France
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🌍 Worldwide

What Time Does USA vs Australia Start Near You?

New York (ET)
3:00 PM
Jun 19
Seattle (PT, local)
12:00 PM
Jun 19
Chicago (CT)
2:00 PM
Jun 19
Sydney (AEST)
5:00 AM
Jun 20
Perth (AWST)
3:00 AM
Jun 20
London (BST)
8:00 PM
Jun 19
Dublin (IST)
8:00 PM
Jun 19
Paris (CEST)
9:00 PM
Jun 19
Dubai (GST)
11:00 PM
Jun 19
New Delhi (IST)
12:30 AM
Jun 20
Tokyo (JST)
4:00 AM
Jun 20
Mexico City (CST)
2:00 PM
Jun 19

⭐ The Story of This Match

Two opening-day winners collide for control of Group D

Group D was the only group with two winners on Matchday 1. The USMNT thrashed Paraguay 4-1, while Australia beat Turkiye 2-0 through goals from Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe. The USA lead on goal difference, so this Seattle showdown decides who takes control. A win books a Round of 32 place with a game to spare.

⚽ Preview

Can the USMNT Seal Qualification Against the Socceroos?

The USMNT could hardly have asked for a better start. Mauricio Pochettino’s side blew past Paraguay 4-1 on opening night, with Folarin Balogun and Christian Pulisic both on the scoresheet. Backed by a sold-out Lumen Field, the USA are heavy favourites, and their projected chances of reaching the knockout round have climbed toward 98 percent. A win here books their place in the Round of 32 with a match to spare.

Australia are not in Seattle to make up the numbers. Under Tony Popovic, the Socceroos kept a clean sheet against Turkiye and are unbeaten in their last five games. Popovic named a bold 26-man squad with 17 first-time World Cup players, balanced by veterans like captain Mat Ryan and Mathew Leckie. They defend deep and carry a real set-piece threat.

The key battle is in midfield, where Tyler Adams must control the tempo. If the USA score first, the home crowd will roar them on; if Australia stay level past the hour, nerves could creep in. We expect the USA to find a way through, most likely via Balogun or Pulisic.

Our Prediction
USA 2 - 0 Australia
Winner
USA
Goals
Over 2.5
BTTS
No
Top Pick
Pulisic

🭕 Team News

USA and Australia Predicted Lineups & Star Players

USA (USMNT) · Mauricio Pochettino
Christian Pulisic (C)
Winger · AC Milan · Talisman, creator and scorer
Folarin Balogun
Striker · Monaco · In form, scored vs Paraguay
Tyler Adams
Midfielder · Bournemouth · Controls the tempo
Weston McKennie
Midfielder · Juventus · Box-to-box energy
Antonee Robinson
Left back · Fulham · Attacking threat
AUSTRALIA · Tony Popovic
Mat Ryan (C)
Goalkeeper · Captain, 4th straight World Cup
Nestory Irankunda
Forward · Scored in the 2-0 win over Turkiye
Connor Metcalfe
Midfielder · Also scored vs Turkiye
Jackson Irvine
Midfielder · Engine and leader
Aziz Behich
Left back · Experienced tournament defender

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🏟 Venue

Lumen Field, Seattle: A Fortress of Noise

68,740
Capacity
2002
Opened
Seahawks
NFL home
6
WC matches

Lumen Field, called Seattle Stadium during the tournament, is home to the NFL Seattle Seahawks and MLS side Seattle Sounders. One of the loudest stadiums in American sport, it holds around 68,740 and hosts six World Cup 2026 matches. With a sold-out home crowd, it should be a cauldron of noise for the USMNT.

📊 History

USA vs Australia Head-to-Head Record

7
USA wins
4
Draws
2
AUS wins
The USA have won the last two meetings. This is their first ever World Cup meeting.
USA 2-1 Australia · Friendly · October 2025
USA 3-1 Australia · Friendly · June 2010

❓ FAQ

USA vs Australia: Your Questions Answered

What time is USA vs Australia?

Kickoff is 3:00 PM ET on Friday, June 19, 2026 at Lumen Field, Seattle (12 PM PT local). That is 8:00 PM BST in the UK and 5:00 AM Saturday in Sydney.

Where is the USA vs Australia free stream?

Tubi carries the free stream in the US with no subscription. SBS is free in Australia, BBC One is free in the UK, and RTE is free in Ireland. All are official, legal broadcasters.

What channel is the USMNT game on today?

In the US, Fox and Telemundo carry it, and Tubi streams it free. Fubo, Sling TV, YouTube TV and Peacock also have it.

Can I watch the USMNT on a free live stream legally?

Yes. Tubi offers a free legal stream in the US and SBS On Demand is free in Australia. Always use official broadcasters for the best quality and safety, and to avoid malware risks from unofficial sites.

Will the USMNT qualify with a win?

A win over Australia books the USA a Round of 32 place with a game to spare. Their chances of advancing are near 98 percent after the 4-1 win over Paraguay.

What is the score prediction?

We predict a 2-0 USA win, with over 2.5 goals and Christian Pulisic to score anytime.

Who is the Australia coach?

Tony Popovic, who named a 26-man squad with 17 first-time World Cup players alongside veterans Mat Ryan and Mathew Leckie.

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