Event Brief
U.S. World Cup squad set for opener vs Paraguay
Filed: Jun 12, 2026 at 9:03 AM ET
Summary: The U.S. begins its 2026 World Cup Friday against Paraguay with 26 players on the roster.
WHO: U.S. men’s national soccer team
WHAT: The U.S. opens the 2026 World Cup against Paraguay with its 26-player squad.
WHEN: Jun 12, 2026 at 5:00 AM ET
WHERE: Paraguay
WHY: The match is the scheduled opener of the 2026 World Cup for the U.S.
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