The United States secured a place in the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup after defeating Australia 2-0 in Seattle on Friday, recording their second consecutive victory of the tournament.
An own goal by Australian defender Cameron Burgess in the 11th minute handed the Americans an early lead before Alex Freeman sealed the win with a well-taken header.
The United States delivered another impressive performance despite the absence of star forward Christian Pulisic, who remains sidelined with a calf injury.
Having opened their campaign with a convincing 4-1 victory over Paraguay, the Americans have now amassed the maximum six points from their first two matches.
The result guarantees the United States a place in the next round, with one group-stage match still to play.
