USMNT Opens 2026 World Cup Against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium
The US men's national team faces Paraguay in its 2026 World Cup opener on June 12 at SoFi Stadium, with kickoff at 9 p.m. ET on FOX.
The United States men's national team will begin its 2026 World Cup campaign on Friday, June 12, against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. The match is scheduled for a 9 p.m. ET kickoff and will be broadcast live on FOX.
Led by captain Christian Pulisic, the USMNT enters the tournament under head coach Mauricio Pochettino. The team has faced recent struggles in its preparations, making this opening fixture a critical opportunity to set a positive tone.
SoFi Stadium, a state-of-the-art venue in the Los Angeles area, will host the Group Stage encounter. Paraguay, a South American side, will look to capitalize on any early USMNT vulnerabilities.
The match marks the first World Cup appearance for the United States since 2022, when the team reached the Round of 16. A strong start against Paraguay could provide momentum for the remainder of the group stage.
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