The USA vs Australia Live match is set to be one of the most compelling Group D fixtures of the 2026 FIFA World Cup — find out the exact kick-off time, where to stream it, full squads, and our prediction right here.
Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | USA vs Australia |
| Date | Friday, June 19, 2026 |
| Kick-off (ET) | 3:00 PM ET |
| Kick-off (GMT) | 7:00 PM GMT |
| Kick-off (BST) | 8:00 PM BST |
| Kick-off (USA Local) | 12:00 PM PT (Seattle) |
| Kick-off (Australia Local) | 5:00 AM AEST (Saturday, June 20) |
| Venue | Lumen Field, Seattle, Washington, USA |
| Stage | Group D — Group Stage |
How to Watch USA vs Australia Live Stream Online
USA — FOX One / FOX Sports App
- Visit foxone.com or download the FOX Sports app on your device.
- Sign up for a FOX One subscription ($20/month, with a 3-day free trial available).
- Search for the FIFA World Cup 2026 section and locate the USA vs Australia match.
- Tune in from 12:00 PM PT / 3:00 PM ET for kick-off — no cable login required.
Canada — TSN+ / CTV App
- Visit tsn.ca or download the TSN+ app on your device.
- Subscribe to TSN+ ($29.99/month or $249.99/year) or access via your cable provider login.
- Alternatively, check the CTV App for any free-to-air simulcast of this match.
- Select the FIFA World Cup 2026 hub and stream the USA vs Australia match live.
UK — BBC iPlayer / ITV X
- Visit bbc.co.uk/iplayer or itv.com/itvx — both services are free with a UK TV Licence.
- Create or log in to your BBC or ITV account (free to register).
- Search for “FIFA World Cup 2026” and find the USA vs Australia broadcast listing.
- Stream live at 8:00 PM BST on the designated channel — no subscription needed.
Australia — SBS On Demand
- Visit sbs.com.au/ondemand or download the SBS On Demand app (iOS or Android).
- Create a free SBS account or log in — the service is completely free with no subscription.
- Navigate to the FIFA World Cup 2026 hub and select the USA vs Australia match.
- Stream live at 5:00 AM AEST on Saturday, June 20 — SBS has all 104 matches free.
USA (Spanish) — Peacock / Telemundo
- Visit peacocktv.com or download the Peacock app on your device.
- Subscribe to Peacock Premium ($11/month or $110/year) for full live access.
- Navigate to the FIFA World Cup 2026 section for the Spanish-language Telemundo broadcast.
- Stream live at 3:00 PM ET and enjoy additional World Cup content including the multi-view hub.
Australia (TV Backup) — SBS (Free-to-Air)
- Tune your television to Channel 33 (SBS) or use a digital set-top box.
- No subscription is required — SBS is a free-to-air public broadcaster.
- Check the SBS TV guide for the exact broadcast window around 5:00 AM AEST on June 20.
- Use SBS On Demand to catch a replay if the early morning start isn’t possible.
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Which TV Channels Will Broadcast USA vs Australia?
| Region | TV Channel(s) | Kick-off Time (Local) |
|---|---|---|
| USA | FOX (English), Telemundo (Spanish) | 3:00 PM ET |
| Canada | TSN, CTV (select matches) | 3:00 PM ET |
| UK | BBC or ITV (TBC by broadcaster) | 8:00 PM BST |
| Australia | SBS (free-to-air) | 5:00 AM AEST (Sat, June 20) |
| USA (host nation) | FOX / FS1 | 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT |
| Australia | SBS / SBS On Demand | 5:00 AM AEST (Sat, June 20) |
In the USA, FOX is the free-to-air English-language broadcaster, making this match accessible to viewers without a cable subscription.
Australia’s SBS is equally generous, offering all 104 World Cup matches completely free — a remarkable deal for Socceroos fans staying up for the early-morning kick-off.
Match Preview
The USMNT enter this fixture on home soil with enormous expectations after a decent opening result, while Australia arrive having faced a difficult Group D opener against Türkiye.
A win here could prove decisive for Group D qualification, raising the stakes considerably for both camps.
Tactically, Pochettino’s USA are likely to press high and use the width of Antonee Robinson and Sergiño Dest to stretch Australia’s back line.
Popovic’s Socceroos will look to stay compact, hit on the counter, and exploit their dangerous forward Nestory Irankunda against a USA defence that can be vulnerable in transition.
Both squads are expected to be at full strength, with no confirmed major absentees at the time of writing — though fitness assessments in the days prior to kick-off may see late changes to the starting XI.
The electric atmosphere of Lumen Field, Seattle — a soccer-mad city — will add another dimension to what promises to be a tightly contested Group D battle.
USA Squad for FIFA World Cup 2026
| # | Position | Player | Club |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GK | Matt Turner | New England Revolution |
| 24 | GK | Matt Freese | New York City FC |
| 25 | GK | Chris Brady | Chicago Fire |
| 2 | DEF | Sergiño Dest | PSV Eindhoven |
| 3 | DEF | Chris Richards | Crystal Palace |
| 5 | DEF | Antonee Robinson | Fulham |
| 6 | DEF | Auston Trusty | Celtic |
| 12 | DEF | Miles Robinson | FC Cincinnati |
| 13 | DEF | Tim Ream | Charlotte FC |
| 16 | DEF | Alex Freeman | Villarreal |
| 18 | DEF | Max Arfsten | Columbus Crew |
| 22 | DEF | Mark McKenzie | Toulouse |
| 23 | DEF | Joe Scally | Borussia Mönchengladbach |
| 4 | MID | Tyler Adams | Bournemouth |
| 8 | MID | Weston McKennie | Juventus |
| 10 | MID | Brenden Aaronson | Leeds United |
| 14 | MID | Sebastian Berhalter | Vancouver Whitecaps FC |
| 17 | MID | Malik Tillman | Bayer Leverkusen |
| 19 | MID | Cristian Roldan | Seattle Sounders FC |
| 7 | FWD | Tim Weah | Marseille |
| 9 | FWD | Folarin Balogun | Monaco |
| 11 | FWD | Christian Pulisic (C) | AC Milan |
| 15 | FWD | Gio Reyna | Borussia Mönchengladbach |
| 20 | FWD | Ricardo Pepi | PSV Eindhoven |
| 21 | FWD | Haji Wright | Coventry City |
| 26 | FWD | Alejandro Zendejas | Club América |
Key Players to Watch
- Christian Pulisic: The captain and talisman with 84 caps — when Pulisic is at his best, the USMNT are a different team, and home-soil pressure will only fuel him further.
- Folarin Balogun: The Monaco striker brings the clinical edge the USA have historically lacked, combining beautifully with Pulisic and punishing any defensive lapse.
- Tyler Adams: The Bournemouth midfielder is the engine room — his ball-winning ability and leadership give the USA their defensive backbone in midfield.
Australia Squad for FIFA World Cup 2026
| # | Position | Player | Club |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GK | Mathew Ryan (C) | Levante UD |
| 12 | GK | Paul Izzo | Randers FC |
| 22 | GK | Patrick Beach | Melbourne City |
| 3 | DEF | Aziz Behich | Melbourne City |
| 5 | DEF | Jordan Bos | Feyenoord |
| 6 | DEF | Cameron Burgess | Swansea City |
| 15 | DEF | Alessandro Circati | Parma |
| 4 | DEF | Milos Degenek | APOEL FC |
| 2 | DEF | Jason Geria | Albirex Niigata |
| 21 | DEF | Lucas Herrington | Colorado Rapids |
| 20 | DEF | Jacob Italiano | Grazer AK |
| 16 | DEF | Harry Souttar | Leicester City |
| 23 | DEF | Kai Trewin | New York City FC |
| 8 | MID | Cameron Devlin | Hearts |
| 10 | MID | Ajdin Hrustić | Heracles Almelo |
| 7 | MID | Jackson Irvine | FC St. Pauli |
| 13 | MID | Connor Metcalfe | FC St. Pauli |
| 18 | MID | Paul Okon-Engstler | Sydney FC |
| 14 | MID | Aiden O’Neill | New York City FC |
| 11 | FWD | Nestory Irankunda | Watford |
| 9 | FWD | Mathew Leckie | Melbourne City |
| 17 | FWD | Awer Mabil | CD Castellón |
| 19 | FWD | Mohamed Touré | Norwich City |
| 24 | FWD | Nishan Velupillay | Melbourne Victory |
| 25 | FWD | Cristian Volpato | Sassuolo |
| 26 | FWD | Tete Yengi | Machida Zelvia |
Key Players to Watch
- Mathew Ryan: The 104-cap captain and backbone of the Socceroos — his experience in knockout football and reading of the game will be critical against a USA side that loves to press.
- Nestory Irankunda: The 20-year-old Watford forward is the most explosive talent Australia has produced in years, with the pace and directness to trouble any backline.
- Jackson Irvine: The FC St. Pauli midfielder leads with 14 international goals and sets the tempo for Australia’s press — he is their heartbeat in the middle of the park.
Upcoming Match Schedule
USA — Next Fixtures
| Date | Opponent | Stage | Venue | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 12, 2026 | Paraguay | Group D | SoFi Stadium | 9:00 PM ET |
| June 19, 2026 | Australia | Group D | Lumen Field | 3:00 PM ET |
| June 25, 2026 | Türkiye | Group D | SoFi Stadium | 10:00 PM ET |
Australia — Next Fixtures
| Date | Opponent | Stage | Venue | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 13, 2026 | Türkiye | Group D | BC Place | 12:00 AM ET |
| June 19, 2026 | USA | Group D | Lumen Field | 3:00 PM ET |
| June 25, 2026 | Paraguay | Group D | Levi’s Stadium | 10:00 PM ET |
USA vs Australia Prediction
The USA carry the edge in FIFA ranking (16th vs 27th), home-crowd advantage in Seattle, and a superior forward line built around Pulisic and Balogun — expect Pochettino’s side to control the tempo and create the better chances.
Australia are no pushovers, however, and their defensive resilience at recent World Cups has been remarkable; Popovic will set up to frustrate and threaten on the counter.
We predict a USA 2–1 Australia victory, with Pulisic and Balogun finding the net before a late Irankunda strike adds some Socceroos drama.
But football always has the final word — and Australia’s knockout-stage experience means nothing can be taken for granted.
FAQs
What time does USA vs Australia kick off?
USA vs Australia kicks off at 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT on Friday, June 19, 2026. For Australian fans, that translates to 5:00 AM AEST on Saturday, June 20, with the match taking place at Lumen Field in Seattle.
Where can I watch USA vs Australia in the USA?
In the USA, the match airs on FOX (English) and Telemundo (Spanish). You can also stream it live via the FOX One app or Peacock (Telemundo feed) — FOX’s broadcast makes it accessible free-to-air on most cable packages.
What is the head-to-head record between USA and Australia?
The USA and Australia have a limited international record at World Cup level, with their most notable previous encounters coming in friendly and tournament build-up matches. Australia famously lost to Argentina in the 2022 World Cup Round of 16, while the USA exited at the same stage — both teams arrive hungry to go further.
Who is the key player to watch in this match?
Christian Pulisic is the standout name — the AC Milan captain is at the peak of his powers and will be desperate to perform on home soil in front of a packed Seattle crowd. For Australia, keep your eyes on teenage forward Nestory Irankunda, whose explosive pace is capable of catching any defence off guard.
Who will win USA vs Australia?
The USA are firm favourites on home soil, and their stronger squad depth and higher FIFA ranking support that. A narrow USA win is the most likely outcome, but Australia’s defensive organisation and dangerous counter-attackers mean this will be far from straightforward — expect goals at both ends.
