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Trump will not attend USA’s World Cup opener against Paraguay

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 7:30 AM

Last updated Jun 11, 2026

Trump will not attend USA’s World Cup opener against Paraguay
Summary

The 2026 World Cup is set to begin on June 11, while the United States will start its tournament on June 12 against Paraguay. Despite expectations for the U.S. president to attend the opening match, President Donald Trump will not be present at the Los Angeles Stadium. Instead, Secretary of State Marco Rubio will lead the U.S. delegation, which includes other officials, to the game. Paraguayan President Santiago Peña is confirmed to attend. After facing Paraguay, the U.S. will compete against Australia on June 19 and Turkey on June 25.

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  • •World Cup opens on June 11, U.S. plays on June 12.
  • •Trump will not attend the USA vs. Paraguay match.
  • •Marco Rubio will lead the U.S. delegation.
  • •Paraguay's President Santiago Peña will be at the game.
  • •U.S. will play Australia and Turkey later in the group stage.
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  • 7:30 AMYahoo Sports — President Donald Trump not attending USA’s opening World Cup game vs Paraguay
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The 2026 World Cup kicks off on Thursday, while the United States of America get their campaign underway on Friday night. Mauricio Pochettino’s side have been drawn in Group D along with Paraguay, Turkey and Australia.

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