Trump calls US soccer team, predicts success against Paraguay

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 9:41 PM

Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Trump calls US soccer team, predicts success against Paraguay

Summary

US President Donald Trump held a phone call with the men's soccer team ahead of their World Cup opener against Paraguay on June 12. In a video, Trump praised coach Mauricio Pochettino, expressing confidence in the team's chances. Pochettino thanked Trump and pledged to make the country proud. Reports indicate Trump will not attend the match, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio set to go instead.

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Key Details

•Trump wished the US men's soccer team luck before their World Cup match.
•He praised coach Mauricio Pochettino during the call.
•The match against Paraguay is scheduled for June 12.
•Trump will not attend the match in Los Angeles County.
•Secretary of State Marco Rubio will represent the administration at the game.

Latest Updates

9:41 PMYahoo Sports — Trump wishes US team best of luck, says they can go 'all the way'

What they're saying

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US President Donald Trump wished his nation's men's football team the best of luck ahead of their World Cup opener against Paraguay later on Friday after holding a phone call with the whole squad. In a video posted on the co-hosts' social media channel, Trump told coach Mauricio Pochettino on Thursday: "I just called to say you are a fantastic guy, a fantastic coach.
— Yahoo Sports

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