US Team Awed by Seattle Crowd, Atmosphere
Fans packed Pioneer Square and Pier 62 as the United States beat Australia 2-0, and players praised the crowd’s energy.
- On Friday, the United States beat Australia 2-0 at Seattle Stadium, securing a spot in the Round of 32. United States midfielder Weston McKennie praised the home fans for their energy throughout the match.
- Pioneer Square pulsed with American pride as fans filled Seattle Stadium with waves of red, white and blue. FOX Sports color commentator Stu Holden said the crowd was the "12th, 13th, 14th man" due to the intense energy.
- Australian defender Cameron Burgess redirected a cross into his own net in the 11th minute, and Alex Freeman's header extended the American lead to 2-0 before halftime. Both goals proved decisive.
- McKennie said hearing fans sing the national anthem "really woke me up," noting the World Cup allows visitors to experience the United States firsthand despite diplomatic tensions during President Donald Trump's second term.
- Paraguay and Turkey play later on Friday in Group D, while Seattle Stadium will host Iran and Egypt in a World Cup match next week as the tournament continues.
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