SEATTLE STADIUM — Mauricio Pochettino led the electric crowd in a booming "USA!" chant. Tim Ream shared heartfelt embraces with members of the coaching staff. Christian Pulisic joined fans in singing "Take Me Home, Country Roads" as he took a celebratory lap around the field with his teammates. The U.S. men’s national team defeated Australia 2-0 in its second World Cup match on Friday, clinching a place in the round of 32. In doing so, the Americans made history: never before had the program secured a knockout-stage berth after just two group-stage matches. The victory also marked the team’s f...
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