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USMNT looking to seal place in knockout round with win over Australia Friday
Summary by Southlake News Editorial Desk Eric Mullin and Charles Nichelson , as published by NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local
· June 18, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the matchup and the team's performance are available from NBC 5 DFW, including more information about McKennie's involvement in the midfield.
The US Men's National Team is set to face Australia in Seattle as part of Group D play. A win in this matchup would secure their spot in the knockout round. The same opportunity is available to the winner of the Mexico versus South Korea game.
Local connection Weston McKennie, from nearby Little Elm, has been playing a key role for the USMNT. Further details about the matchup and the team's performance are available from NBC 5 DFW, including more information about McKennie's involvement in the midfield.
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Category: local Published: June 18, 2026 Source: NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The US Men's National Team is set to face Australia in Seattle as part of Group D play. A win in this matchup would secure their spot in the knockout round. The same opportunity is available to the…
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