USA vs Paraguay world cup match live
The United States Men's National Team (USMNT) officially kicks off its 2026 FIFA World Cup home campaign against Paraguay on Friday, June 12, 2026, at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.
Match Overview
- Tournament Stage: Group D – Opening Match
- Date: Friday, June 12, 2026
- Kickoff Time: 6:00 PM local time (PT) / 9:00 PM ET / 01:00 GMT (June 13)
- Venue: Los Angeles Stadium (SoFi Stadium), Inglewood, California
- Head Coach (USA): Mauricio Pochettino
Key Storylines & Form
- Return to Home Soil: This historic opener marks the first time the USMNT is playing a World Cup match on home soil in 32 years, dating back to the 1994 tournament.
- Gritty Rematch: The teams faced off in a highly physical friendly in November 2025, resulting in a 2-1 victory for the U.S. that culminated in a late-game, bench-clearing brawl.
- Tactical Contrast: Coached by Pochettino, the No. 17 ranked U.S. squad boasts a fluid, attacking core. They face a defensively stubborn, resilient No. 40 ranked Paraguay ("La Albirroja") team managed by Gustavo Alfaro.
Team News & Key Players
- United States: Senior captain Christian Pulisic enters the tournament in excellent form following a strong warm-up game against Senegal. Center-back Chris Richards is racing against the clock to be 100% match-fit, while 27-year-old Matt Freese is expected to secure the starting role in goal.
- Paraguay: Premier League veteran Miguel Almirón headlines the attack alongside relentless midfielder Diego Gómez. However, a major question mark looms over 22-year-old star midfielder Julio Enciso, who was stretchered off in their final warm-up match.
Where to Watch
Live multi-platform coverage is widely available across major television and streaming networks:
| Language [4, 5, 9, 10, 11] | TV Channel | Live Streaming Options |
|---|---|---|
| English | FOX | FOX Sports App, fubo, Tubi, FOX One |
| Spanish | Telemundo | Peacock, Telemundo App |
| International | SBS (Australia) | SBS On Demand, FIFA+ |
Watch the tactical match breakdown and official predictions from the studio crew as the U.S. begins its World Cup journey:
United States vs Paraguay: Preview & Key Storylines, YouTube · FOX Sports · 2026 M06 11
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