In the group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the United States defeated Australia 2-0 at halftime. This marked the first time since 1930 that the US had scored 2+ goals in the first half of consecutive World Cup matches.
In their previous group stage match, the host United States led Paraguay 3-0 at halftime.
The US went on to lead Australia 2-0 at halftime in this fixture.
According to records, this is the first time since 1930—when the United States played in their first two World Cup matches—that they have scored at least two goals in the first half of consecutive World Cup matches.