The USA faces Australia in Seattle on Friday in a pivotal World Cup group match. After demolishing Paraguay to open the tournament, the American side encounters a resurgent Australia team that also won their opener. The matchup carries added stakes as the USA will play without injured star Christian Pulisic. According to France 24, both teams arrive in form, but Pulisic's absence could prove costly.

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