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USA to begin FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage against Paraguay

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 12:00 PM

Last updated Jun 11, 2026

USA to begin FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage against Paraguay
Summary

The U.S. Men’s National Team kicks off its FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign against Paraguay on Friday, June 12, in Los Angeles. The tournament features an expanded 48-team format with 12 groups, including the U.S. in Group D alongside Paraguay, Australia, and Türkiye. Each group’s top two teams, plus eight best third-place teams, will advance to the knockout rounds. The U.S. faces Australia on June 19 and Türkiye on June 25.

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  • •USA faces Paraguay on June 12 at 9 p.m. ET in Los Angeles.
  • •Tournament features 48 teams for the first time in history.
  • •Top two teams and eight best third-place teams advance to knockout stage.
  • •USA plays Australia on June 19 and Türkiye on June 25.
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