USA vs Paraguay – Match Preview and Team News as the United States begin their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign against Paraguay at the spectacular SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.
Mauricio Pochettino’s side enters the tournament carrying the expectations of a nation eager to make a deep run on home soil. Consequently, more than 70,000 supporters are expected to create a vibrant atmosphere as the Stars and Stripes look to start Group D with three crucial points.
However, Paraguay arrive determined to upset the hosts and make an early statement. La Albirroja have quietly rebuilt into a disciplined and dangerous outfit capable of troubling any opponent on their day.
Match Details
Date: 12/06/2026
Location: Inglewood, California, United States
Stadium: SoFi Stadium
Kick-off Time: 9:00 p.m. ET / 6:00 p.m. PT / 2:00 a.m. BST (Next Day) / 6:30 a.m. IST (Next Day)
Referee: To Be Confirmed
Last Meeting: USA 2-1 Paraguay (15/11/2025, International Friendly)
Team News
USA
The United States enter the tournament with confidence following a positive build-up under Mauricio Pochettino.
Giovanni Reyna remains one of the team’s most creative outlets after scoring in the recent friendly victory over Paraguay. Meanwhile, Folarin Balogun is expected to spearhead the attack after finding the net in that same encounter.
Paraguay
Paraguay arrive with momentum and belief after a strong run of results leading into the tournament.
Forward Alex Arce will be one of the main threats after scoring against the United States in their last meeting. Veteran defender Omar Alderete also demonstrated his aerial threat by finding the net late in that fixture.
Form
USA form (all competitions): L W L L W
Paraguay form (all competitions): W L W W L
Predicted Lineups
USA Possible Starting XI: Turner; Dest, Richards, Ream, Robinson; Adams, McKennie, Musah; Reyna, Pulisic, Balogun
Paraguay Possible Starting XI: Coronel; Espinoza, Alderete, Balbuena, Alonso; Villasanti, Cubas, Gómez; Almirón, Arce, Sosa
Match Prediction
Our Score Prediction: USA 2-1 Paraguay
Paraguay possess enough defensive structure and attacking quality to trouble the hosts throughout the contest. However, the atmosphere inside SoFi Stadium could prove decisive.
Backed by a passionate home crowd, expect the Americans to edge a competitive and entertaining Group D opener.
How to Watch USA vs Paraguay on TV, Live Stream?
United Kingdom: BBC iPlayer, BBC Sport, Prime Video UK
United States: FOX, Telemundo, Peacock, FOX Sports App, FOX One
India: zee5
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