USA vs Paraguay: Host to unleash Pulisic, Balogun on Paraguay

Commencing their Group D campaign at World Cup 2026, the USA and Paraguay will look to make a positive start when they meet in Los Angeles today.
In a group also featuring Australia and Turkey, both the co-hosts and their South American counterparts know only a top-two finish will guarantee progress to the knockout phase.
One of three nations co-hosting this summer’s World Cup, the United States will join neighbours Mexico and Canada in hoping to make the most of home advantage.
Mauricio Pochettino’s side were spared the effort of CONCACAF qualifying, giving the Argentinian coach almost two years to plan and prepare for the tournament, but each match will matter from now on.
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