The United States secured the first qualification spot from Group D for the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating Australia 2-0 in the second round of group-stage matches.

Australia’s Cameron Burgess opened the scoring with an own goal before Alex Freeman added a second with a headed finish.

The host nation moved to six points from two consecutive victories, guaranteeing qualification with one match remaining. The achievement also marked the first time since the 1930 World Cup that the United States has won its opening two matches in the tournament.