USMNT begins World Cup camp in Irvine with open training session
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 8:58 PM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
The U.S. Men’s National Team commenced its World Cup preparations on June 8, 2026, at the Great Park Sports Complex in Irvine, California. The team was met by approximately 5,500 supporters during an open training session. Head coach Mauricio Pochettino praised the facilities and local support, highlighting the importance of a solid training base. This camp follows a victory against Senegal and a loss to Germany. The USMNT's focus now shifts to their upcoming match against Paraguay, marking their first World Cup game on home soil since 1994.
- •USMNT arrived at Great Park Sports Complex in Irvine on June 8.
- •5,500 fans attended the open training session.
- •Mauricio Pochettino praised the facilities and local support.
- •USMNT prepares for their match against Paraguay.
- •Last played on home soil during the 1994 World Cup.
- 8:58 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Great Facilities and Great People’: USMNT Sets Up Camp in Irvine, Calif.
"On Monday morning, the U.S. Men’s National Team was greeted by thousands of ardent supporters as they arrived at a sunny Great Park Sports Complex in Irvine, Calif. The sprawling, billion-dollar urb...
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