USA vs Paraguay - Live Stream
View the live stream and TV coverage details and live score for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Group D Match - USA vs Paraguay.
The United States begin their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign on Friday, June 12, when they face Paraguay in a crucial Group D clash at Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood, California. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. local time in Los Angeles, 10:00 p.m. US Eastern Time, and 04:00 CET (Saturday, June 13). Playing a World Cup match on home soil for the first time since 1994, Mauricio Pochettino's side will be eager to make a strong start in front of a packed crowd. Paraguay, meanwhile, return to the World Cup for the first time since 2010 and arrive full of confidence under Gustavo Alfaro after an impressive qualifying campaign. The Americans enter as slight favorites, led by Christian Pulisic, Folarin Balogun and Weston McKennie, while Paraguay will look to play their typically organized and disciplined style with Julio Enciso expected to be their main attacking threat.
How to Watch USA vs Paraguay – FIFA World Cup Match
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| Paraguay | Football enthusiasts in Paraguay can watch the match live on:
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| Portugal | In Portugal the game will be broadcast live on Sport TV Channel 5. |
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| Spain | DAZN and Movistar Plus+ – M+ will broadcast the match live in Spain. |
| Sweden | The live coverage of the match will be available on TV 4 Sweden, TV4 Play. |
| Norway | The Norwegian football fans can watch the match live on NRK 1 and NRK Sports |
| France | beIN Sports 1, beIN Sports Connect, My Canal and M6 will provide live coverage for French football fans. |
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Team News
USA:
Mauricio Pochettino has a fully available 26-man squad for the tournament opener. Goalkeeper Matt Freese is expected to retain his place ahead of Matt Turner, while Chris Richards has returned to training and is pushing for a starting role in central defense. Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie, Tyler Adams and Folarin Balogun are all expected to start.
Paraguay:
Gustavo Alfaro's biggest concern has been the fitness of star attacker Julio Enciso, who has been recovering from a recent injury. The Paraguay coach indicated that Enciso's condition has improved and he could be available from the start. Brighton midfielder Diego Gómez and veteran defender Omar Alderete are also expected to feature prominently.
Predicted Lineups
USA (4-2-3-1):
Matt Freese; Joe Scally, Chris Richards, Tim Ream, Antonee Robinson; Tyler Adams, Weston McKennie; Timothy Weah, Giovanni Reyna, Christian Pulisic; Folarin Balogun.
Paraguay (4-2-3-1):
Gatito Fernández; Juan Cáceres, Gustavo Gómez, Omar Alderete, Júnior Alonso; Andrés Cubas, Diego Gómez; Miguel Almirón, Julio Enciso, Ramón Sosa; Gabriel Ávalos.
Players to Watch:
- Christian Pulisic – the US captain and creative leader.
- Folarin Balogun – expected to spearhead the American attack.
- Julio Enciso – Paraguay's most dangerous attacking player if fit.
- Miguel Almirón – brings pace, experience and creativity on the wing.