Put the trash talking aside - the Socceroos don't need to have it laid out how important their World Cup clash with the United States is.
One sentiment came up multiple times ahead of the blockbuster at Seattle Stadium on Friday (5am Saturday AEST): this match is seriously "high-stakes".
Australia will want to silence the American pundits who have been lining up to have a crack at them - but there are bigger things on the line.
After shocking Turkey 2-0 first up and snagging three points, the Socceroos have earned themselves a golden opportunity.
Beat the US and they'll almost certainly top group D before even playing Paraguay.
Even a draw should at least guarantee progression, depending on how Turkey and Paraguay fare in their clash.
