USMNT prepares for 2026 World Cup opener against Paraguay
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 5:38 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
The USMNT begins its 2026 World Cup journey at home against Paraguay on June 9 at SoFi Stadium. Despite having a strong roster, questions linger about the team's potential success. Head coach Mauricio Pochettino emphasized a unified mindset focused on competition and winning. The U.S. aims to advance at least to the quarterfinals, a feat not achieved since 2002. Group D features Paraguay, Australia, and Türkiye, making the opener crucial for securing advancement.
- •USMNT opens World Cup play against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium.
- •Mauricio Pochettino leads the team with an emphasis on success.
- •U.S. seeks to reach the quarterfinals, last accomplished in 2002.
- •Group D includes Paraguay, Australia, and Türkiye.
- •A strong start is critical to advance in the new Round of 32.
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"The USMNT opens its 2026 World Cup campaign at home with its strongest roster perhaps ever, but questions remain over how far this group can realistically go.
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