USMNT trains ahead of World Cup opener against Paraguay
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 3:33 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
The US Men's National Team (USMNT) is preparing for their World Cup opener against Paraguay on June 12, following a 3-2 win over Senegal in a friendly match in Charlotte. Coach Mauricio Pochettino utilized the match to give different player combinations valuable game time. Defender Mark McKenzie, who started against Senegal, highlighted the team's focus on recovery and continued training. The USMNT will face Germany next Saturday, June 6, at Soldier Field in Chicago, which will serve as their final match before the tournament starts.
- •USMNT secured a 3-2 victory over Senegal.
- •Mark McKenzie emphasizes recovery focus after the friendly.
- •Team faces Germany on June 6 as final preparation.
- •Pochettino assessing defensive partnerships ahead of the World Cup.
- 3:33 PMYahoo Sports — McKenzie opens up on what USMNT are doing in training ahead of World Cup opener v Paraguay
"The USMNT’s World Cup build-up gathered momentum with a 3-2 win over Senegal in Charlotte, where Mauricio Pochettino used the friendly to stretch his squad. The hosts started fast, then made heavy changes after the break, effectively giving different groups meaningful minutes before the tournament pressure arrives.
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