USMNT's 2026 World Cup Opponents Revealed: Who Will Challenge the Hosts?
The United States men's national soccer team discovered its group assignment for the 2026 FIFA World Cup during the inaugural 48-team tournament draw held in Washington, D.C.
Led by Christian Pulisic and other elite talents, the USMNT enters with optimism for their first home World Cup since 1994, carrying momentum from a three-game winning streak to close out 2025.
Sitting at 14th in the FIFA world rankings, head coach Mauricio Pochettino aims to maximize his squad's potential, targeting a deep run in the knockout rounds with support from passionate home supporters.
Below is a complete breakdown of the USMNT's Group D draw outcome.
Pot 1: United States (Concacaf)
Pot 2: Australia (AFC)
Most recent encounter: USMNT 2–1 Australia (October, 14, 2025)
Pot 3: Paraguay (CONMEBOL)
Most recent encounter: USMNT 2–1 Paraguay (November 15, 2025)
Pot 4: UEFA Playoff C (Slovakia, Kosovo, Türkiye or Romania)
The UEFA Playoff C champion will be decided during the March international break.
USMNT'S 2026 FIFA World Cup Group Stage Fixtures
Date | Match | Venue | City |
|---|---|---|---|
June 12, 2026 | USMNT vs. Paraguay | SoFi Stadium | Los Angeles |
June 19, 2026 | USMNT vs. Australia | Lumen Field | Seattle |
June 25, 2026 | USMNT vs. UEFA C | SoFi Stadium | Los Angeles |
What are the 2026 FIFA World Cup dates?
Round | Dates |
|---|---|
Group Stage | June 11– 27 |
Round of 32 | June 28–July 3 |
Round of 16 | July 4–7 |
Quarterfinals | July 9–11 |
Semifinals | July 14–15 |
Final | July 19 |
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