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U.S. Clinches Knockout Spot

Generated from the sources below Jun 20, 11:16 AM EDT cross-checked sources
Drawn.News visual brief: U.S. Men Clinch World Cup Knockout Spot
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The U.S. men beat Australia 2-0 in Seattle, clinching a World Cup Round of 32 spot after consecutive wins for the first time since 1930.

  1. Frame 1The U.S. reaches the World Cup Round of 32 with a 2-0 Seattle win, a public proof point after its opener.
  2. Frame 2An 11th-minute Australian own goal followed Balogun's run and pass, giving the U.S. early control.
  3. Frame 3The U.S. dominated possession even without Christian Pulisic, who missed the match with a calf injury.
  4. Frame 4Fans in Seattle poured into the streets; U.S. supporters celebrated while Australian fans stayed hopeful.
  5. Frame 5The win gave U.S. men consecutive World Cup victories for the first time since 1930.
  6. Frame 6Round of 32 comes next after a 4-1 opener and the 2-0 Australia win.
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Jun 20, 11:02 AM EDT
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Jun 19, 11:13 PM EDT