USA vs. Australia free live stream: How to watch World Cup game online without cable

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Co-host USA is showing up and out at this World Cup. The squad hopes to continue to do so in its second matchday against Australia.

The USMNT will face the Socceroos in Seattle on Friday, June 19. The two squads are battling it out in Group D against Turkey and Paraguay.

Just six months ago, these teams played in a friendly, where the USA won 2-1. It didn’t come easy, though, and the home team can expect a bigger challenge from Australia, who hopes to repeat its 2022 run. 

Here’s everything you need to know to tune into USA vs. Australia including live stream information.

LIVE:Follow USA vs. Australia updates from 2026 World Cup game

USA vs. Australia free live stream

This game is available to stream for FREE on fubo. 

Fubo offers a free trial for new subscribers, so you can try the service before you buy. Stream ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox and 100+ top channels of live TV and sports without cable. (Participating plans only. Taxes and fees may apply.)

USA vs. Australia channel, live stream

• TV channel: Fox
• Live stream: fubo, Fox One, Fox Sports app/website

This match will be broadcast on Fox with streaming options available on its dedicated platforms.

The best place to catch the match is on streaming service fubo, with new customers able to sign up a for a FREE trial.

Fubo offers a free trial for new subscribers, so you can try the service before you buy. Stream ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox and 100+ top channels of live TV and sports without cable. (Participating plans only. Taxes and fees may apply.)

What time does USA vs. Australia kick off?

USA vs. Australia at the World Cup takes place Friday, June 19 at 12 p.m. local time from Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington.

Here’s how that time translates across the U.S.:

DateKickoff timeEastern TimeFri., June 193 p.m.Central TimeFri., June 192 p.m.Mountain TimeFri., June 191 p.m.Pacific TimeFri., June 1912 p.m.

USA vs. Australia betting odds, prediction

Odds via DraftKings

• USA win: -170
• Draw: +340
• Australia win: +425
• Both teams to score: 
  • Yes: +100
  • No: -125
• Over/Under 2.5 goals:
  • Over: -105
  • Under: -120
• USA -0.5 goals: -175
• Australia +0.5 goals: +135

Prediction: USA 2-1 Australia

World Cup fixtures today and tomorrow

All times Eastern.

Friday, June 19

• USA vs. Australia (3 p.m.)
• Scotland vs. Morocco (6 p.m.)
• Brazil vs. Haiti (8:30 p.m.)
• Turkey vs. Paraguay (11 p.m.)

Saturday, June 20

• Netherlands vs. Sweden (1 p.m.)
• Germany vs. Ivory Coast (4 p.m.)
• Ecuador vs. Curaçao (8 p.m.)

MORE:Complete World Cup schedule and fixtures

2026 FIFA World Cup FAQs

When is the 2026 FIFA World Cup?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is scheduled to run from June 11 through July 19, 2026. It will be the first World Cup hosted across three countries: the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Where is the 2026 FIFA World Cup being played?

The 2026 World Cup will be played across 16 host cities in North America, with matches taking place in the United States, Canada and Mexico. It will be the first men’s World Cup hosted by three countries.

The 16 host cities are Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, New York/New Jersey, Philadelphia, San Francisco and Seattle in the United States; Toronto and Vancouver in Canada; and Guadalajara, Mexico City and Monterrey in Mexico.

How many teams are in the 2026 World Cup?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature 48 teams, expanding from the 32-team format used in previous tournaments. The larger field also means more matches, more knockout-round games and more countries involved than ever before.

The 48 teams are Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Cape Verde, Canada, Colombia, Croatia, Curaçao, Czechia, DR Congo, Ecuador, Egypt, England, France, Germany, Ghana, Haiti, Iran, Iraq, Ivory Coast, Japan, Jordan, Mexico, Morocco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Panama, Paraguay, Portugal, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Scotland, Senegal, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Tunisia, Türkiye, United States, Uruguay and Uzbekistan.

How many games are in the 2026 World Cup?

There will be 104 matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. That includes the group stage, knockout rounds and the final.

Can I stream the 2026 World Cup?

Yes. Streaming options will depend on the match, language and broadcast partner. In the U.S., Fox Sports lists FOX and FS1, which are available on fubo for English-language coverage, while Telemundo will stream every match live on Peacock and the Telemundo App for Spanish-language coverage.

What channel is the 2026 World Cup on?

In the U.S., English-language matches are expected across FOX and FS1, which are available on fubo for those without cable, while Spanish-language coverage will air on Telemundo and Universo, which you can stream on DIRECTV and Peacock. Check the schedule for the specific match you want to watch.

When is the 2026 World Cup final?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup final is scheduled for Sunday, July 19, 2026. The match will be played at New York-New Jersey Stadium, FIFA’s tournament name for MetLife Stadium.

What time do World Cup games start?

Kickoff times vary by date, host city and round. Because the tournament is being played across multiple time zones in the United States, Canada and Mexico, fans should check the official match schedule for start times in their local time zone.

Is the United States playing in the 2026 World Cup?

Yes. The United States automatically qualified for the 2026 World Cup as one of the three host nations, along with Canada and Mexico.