Watch: World Cup fans react to US defeating Australia to reach knockout round

World Cup fans flooded the streets in celebration in Seattle, Washington after the US beat Australia 2-0 to progress to the knockout round.

Supporters dressed in the stars and stripes as well as green and gold came together to bask in football fever.

BBC journalist Max Matza caught up with the fans to get their reactions.

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