The United States national team secured a 2-0 victory over Australia in Seattle on Friday. This win ensures their progression to the World Cup round of 32. Notably, the team achieved this result despite the absence of star player Christian Pulisic. The performance demonstrated the squad's ability to remain competitive and dominant without their talisman. However, coach Mauricio Pochettino is not relying solely on this depth. He expressed hope that Pulisic will be fit to return for the upcoming match. The victory marks a significant step forward in the team's tournament campaign.