USA vs. Australia prediction, odds, time: 2026 World Cup picks, prop bets by expert on 18-9 run
This article previews the 2026 World Cup match between the USA and Australia, providing betting odds and expert analysis. It notes the absence of Christian Pulisic due to injury and highlights the high-stakes nature of the Group D matchup.
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The 2026 World Cup continues Friday, and the first match of the day features co-host USA taking on Australia in an important Group D matchup. Both sides got off to a sizzling start at the World Cup 2026, with Team USA beating Paraguay 4-1, while Australia upset Turkiye 2-0. A win for either side guarantees a spot in the Round of 32 and would go a long way towards locking up the top spot in the group as well. Perhaps the only negative from USA's win over Paraguay was a calf injury to star Christian Pulisic, who has been ruled out for this matchup.
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