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USMNT have locked up Group D, what else is at stake tonight?
By Charles Nichelson at NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
The USMNT has clinched its spot in the knockout rounds and will play in Santa Clara on Wednesday, July 1, at 7 p.m. CST. Today’s game against Turkiye in Los Angeles takes place at 9 p.m. Turkiye has already been eliminated after losing to Australia and Paraguay.
Meanwhile, Australia and Paragu...
Key takeaway Today’s game against Turkiye in Los Angeles takes place at 9 p.
Why this matters in Southlake News
With the USMNT's spot in the knockout rounds secured, attention turns to the potential opponent they will face in North Texas. The outcome of tonight's Australia-Paraguay game will determine which team heads to Dallas Stadium on July 3. A win for Australia would see them advance, while Paraguay needs a victory to overcome their goal differential deficit. The winner will face the Group G runners-up, and local fans will be eager to know who their team will be supporting next week. The fact that eight of the 12 third-place finishers advance to the Round of 32 adds an extra layer of complexity to the tournament standings, making tonight's game a crucial one for both Australia and Paraguay. As the tournament shifts to the Dallas-Fort Worth area, local interest is likely to grow, and fans can look forward to a exciting matchup at Dallas Stadium.
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Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local ·
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What is this story about? The USMNT has clinched its spot in the knockout rounds and will play in Santa Clara on Wednesday, July 1, at 7 p.m. CST. Today’s game against Turkiye in Los Angeles takes place at 9 p.m. Turkiye has already been eliminated after losing to Australia and Paraguay.
Meanwhile, Australia and Paragu...
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