USMNT prepares for group stage opener against Paraguay on June 12
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 10:34 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
The U.S. Men’s National Team is set to face Paraguay in their opening match of the World Cup group stage on Friday, June 12, at Los Angeles Stadium. All 26 rostered players have participated in training, including defender Chris Richards, who returns from injury. The U.S. enters the match after positive outcomes against Paraguay in recent encounters, including a win last November. Midfielder Cristian Roldan emphasized the significance of a strong start to set the tone for the tournament. Following the match against Paraguay, the U.S. will play against Australia and Türkiye on June 19 and June 25, respectively.
- •USMNT training included all 26 players for the first time this camp.
- •Cristian Roldan noted the importance of the opening match for momentum.
- •The match against Paraguay will kick off the group stage for the U.S.
- •U.S. previously defeated Paraguay 2-1 in their last meeting.
- •Next matches are against Australia and Türkiye later in June.
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"IRVINE, Calif. – The U.S. Men’s National Team is just three days away from its group stage opener on Friday, June 12 at Los Angeles Stadium, and after a regenerative-led session on Monday in front...
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