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Breaking down challenges in World Cup opener

How the US can find its footing on defense for World Cup opener

The U.S. men's national team faces a challenging World Cup group stage, including matches against Paraguay, Turkey and Australia.

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The U.S. men's team is set to take on Paraguay in its World Cup opener

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US vs. Paraguay: Breaking down the challenges in World Cup opener

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USA vs Paraguay live updates. Favored Americans seek a quick start

The U.S. men's soccer national team is set for its FIFA World Cup opener Friday, June 12, at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, against Paraguay.

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What to expect from U.S.-Paraguay Men's World Cup match

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United States prepare for tough World Cup opener against Paraguay in Los Angeles

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Who is the referee for USMNT vs. Paraguay in World Cup Group D match?

FIFA has confirmed Dutch referee Danny Makkelie as the referee for tonight's match in California.

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USA vs Paraguay predictions: Who will win World Cup Group D game?

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Live updates: USMNT opens World Cup action against Paraguay in LA

Argentina, Lionel Messi and World Cup

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Argentina’s World Cup title defence: Odds and expectations of Lionel Messi going back-to-back

The memory of what happened three-and-a-half years ago in Qatar is still fresh in the minds of Argentina’s players as they prepare to defend their World Cup at the 2026 tournament in the USA, Canada a...

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World Cup 2026 Group J guide: Favourites Argentina begin title defence as Jordan debut

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Good news for Messi as Argentina expect to have GK Martinez for 2026 World Cup debut

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Argentina call up Senesi for World Cup after Balerdi injury

Defender Marcos Senesi has been called up to reigning World Cup champions Argentina's ‌squad, replacing the injured Leonardo Balerdi, the country's Football Association (AFA) announced on Thursday.

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Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar and the legends playing in their final World Cup

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Lionel Messi’s touching gesture leaves journalist emotional after Argentina 3-0 win

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'I'm Ready': Chris Richards' World Cup Return Is A Major Boon For USA's Leaky Defense

Two days before the USA kicks off its World Cup campaign, star defender Chris Richards said his sore ankle is good to go for Friday's meeting with Paraguay.

Meet USMNT's World Cup opponents: What to know about Paraguay, Australia and Turkiye

The U.S. may have gotten a favorable draw, but make no mistake -- this is a tough group across the board and one that will present plenty of challenges

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USA vs. Paraguay lineups: Projected USMNT starting 11, team news for World Cup 2026 opener

Projected starting lineups, team news and squad updates for the USMNT’s World Cup 2026 Group D opener against Paraguay.

World Cup Match Day 2: USA-Paraguay, Canada-Bosnia And Herzegovina Openers

United States opens its World Cup campaign against Paraguay, with Canada taking on Bosnia and Herzegovina earlier in the day.

World Cup Fantasy: The best attacking and defensive differentials for the group stage

Holly Shand runs the rules over the leftfield picks that can make a difference to your World Cup Fantasy team's fortunes

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Ranking all 48 nations at the 2026 World Cup, from worst to first

48 countries will compete at the World Cup this summer. Here's the ranking of them, from the worst to the favorites to win it all.

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From Spanish wonderkid to Norwegian goal machine: The next generation of World Cup stars

Spain’s Lamine Yamal is just 18 years old — and already among the best players in the sport. Here’s the full list of future stars to watch.