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USMNT vs. Paraguay—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

The USMNT enters Friday’s World Cup opener having lost three of its last four matches.

Sports Illustrated

Christian Pulisic embraces pressure of leading US against Paraguay in World Cup opener

Pulisic's US teammates recognize the extraordinary burden he is carrying

The Independent UK

'World Cup quarter final or bust for USMNT - but goalkeeper remains cause for concern' United States national team royalty Brian McBride offers candid verdict on USA success under Mauricio Pochettino this summer

Mauricio Pochettino needs to lead the United States to the quarter finals of the World Cup in order for this tournament to be viewed as a success

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What Would a Successful Run at the 2026 World Cup Look Like for the USMNT?

The USMNT dreams of hoisting the World Cup this summer, however unrealistic that may be.

Sports Illustrated

USMNT Stock Up, Stock Down: Robinson’s Backflips; Richards’s Road to Recovery

The U.S. men’s national team opens 2026 World Cup play on Friday.

Sports Illustrated

USMNT Predicted Lineup vs. Paraguay: World Cup Group D

Christian Pulisic carries a nation’s expectations on his shoulders.

Sports Illustrated

United States World Cup Odds 2026: Lines, Picks and Tips

United States sit at +6000 to win the 2026 World Cup, but Group D at +154 is where the real value lies against Paraguay, Australia, and Turkey.

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The United States enter a charged World Cup asking: what is enough?

Unlike most other countries, the US are playing the 2026 World Cup not just for themselves, but for the future of their voice in the sport

The Guardian - US

Worst World Cup ever? That's a high bar

It's a grotesque festival of consumerism and corruption, with echoes of the 1936 Olympics — and it's here

Salon

The creative trends defining World Cup advertising

Football legends, Hollywood stars, and fan culture are dominating early World Cup creative, but the smartest brands know celebrity alone won't be enough.

Creative Bloq

Meet the former Arsenal striker ready to end USA’s World Cup goalscoring woes

Folarin Balogun is set to be a key player for the United States at the World Cup

The Independent UK

World cup games today: Who are playing on Day 1? Kick off time, team-wise match schedule

World cup today matches: FIFA World Cup 2026 is kicking off on Thursday.

The Economic Times

World Cup 2026: All the best food and drink deals from McDonald’s to Starbucks

Several chains and restaurants will begin offering deals June 11

The Independent UK

Who Could Be the USMNT’s Breakout Star at the 2026 World Cup?

Sports fans love goals. Could the USMNT’s top striker become a national superstar this summer?

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The Guardian - UK

Mauricio Pochettino: ‘No one sees the USA as a contender – but why not?’

The men’s head coach tells Sid Lowe about his ‘American dream’ at the World Cup and tempering the host nation’s ‘arrogant’ expectations

The Guardian - AU

World Cup Group D view from the USA: co-hosts determined to justify their hype

Australia, Turkey and Paraguay must be vigilant of a defender-heavy squad ready to bring Mauricio Pochettino’s vision to life on the home stage

Tom’s Guide

World Cup quiz special: show us what you know about everyone's favorite soccer tournament

To celebrate the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, we've made a bumper pack of quizzes – can you ace all 3?

The Guardian - US

Folarin Balogun is the USMNT’s focal point, whether he’s getting touches or not

The Monaco striker’s impact on the US attack will vary depending on how the team builds up, and where that buildup happens

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USMNT Projected Starting Lineup vs. Paraguay—The Calls Pochettino Must Make

U.S. men’s national team manager Mauricio Pochettino must determine his 11 strongest players by Friday’s World Cup opener.

The Guardian - US

Ranked! USMNT’s best World Cup goals: from Donovan at the death to a painful Pulisic finish

The US men have scored 24 goals (we’ll spare you the own-goals) in the World Cup since 1990. Ranking them requires some nuance

Sports Illustrated

World Cup Opener: Kalshi & Polymarket Odds for USA vs. Paraguay

Team USA will play Paraguay in their first World Cup Game on Friday and are favored to win on prediction markets.

Sports Illustrated

World Cup Beginner’s Guide—Everything You Need to Know to Cheer on the USMNT

Millions are expected to tune in for the 104 matches at the 2026 World Cup.

The Guardian - US

‘It’s Bible time’: How religion became part of the USMNT’s World Cup identity

From Christian Pulisic to Weston McKennie, many of the team’s biggest stars have been open about their faith, creating a new dynamic for a home World Cup

The Guardian - US

US show the fight Pochettino wanted – just in time for the World Cup

The defeat hurt, but the Americans’ response to an early German goal provided perhaps the clearest evidence yet that their manager’s message is taking root

The Independent UK

Antonee Robinson screamer not enough to spare USA defeat against Germany ahead of World Cup

United States 1-2 Germany: Leroy Sane’s second-half strike proved decisive as Germany extended their win-streak to nine

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