Pending confirmation
- FOX broadcast vs FS1 channel splits for individual USMNT fixtures have not been formally confirmed by FOX Sports at time of publication; demand suggests FOX broadcast for all three.
- The USMNT’s official 26-player roster announcement is forthcoming; CupCities will publish squad coverage only after US Soccer releases the list.
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Group D · Co-host
USMNT — Group D. Los Angeles and Seattle.
Team facts
Quick answer
The United States qualified automatically as a co-host and plays in Group D alongside Paraguay, Australia, and Türkiye. USA opens vs Paraguay on Friday, June 12, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET at Los Angeles Stadium (SoFi Stadium), plays Australia at Seattle Stadium (Lumen Field) on June 19 at 3:00 PM ET, and closes vs Türkiye at SoFi on June 25 at 10:00 PM ET. All three matches air on FOX in English and Telemundo in Spanish.
Group D fixtures
USA’s full Group D schedule, all confirmed against the FIFA fixture list. As host nation, USA fixtures consistently receive FOX broadcast prioritization.
Match 1 · vs Paraguay
United States vs Paraguay
Match 2 · vs Australia
United States vs Australia
Match 3 · vs Türkiye
United States vs Türkiye
Squad notes
The USA entered the 2026 cycle as one of three co-hosts with automatic qualification. Recent World Cup finishes: 2014 round of 16, 2018 did not qualify, 2022 round of 16. The 2026 squad combines a Premier League-heavy attack with MLS and Liga MX players. CupCities does not publish predicted starting XIs.
How to watch
FOX broadcasts USMNT group fixtures in English and Telemundo carries them in Spanish; both are free over the air with an HD antenna in the broadcast footprint. FOX One streams in English ($19.99/month); Peacock streams in Spanish ($7.99/month). USMNT fixtures consistently draw FOX broadcast prioritization over FS1.
Where they play
USA plays in two US host cities: Los Angeles (Match 1 and Match 3) and Seattle (Match 2). See CupCities city guides at /host-cities/los-angeles and /host-cities/seattle for stadium transit, fan zones, and matchday tips.
FAQ
United States: FAQs
When is the USMNT’s first match at the 2026 World Cup?
Friday, June 12, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET, vs Paraguay at Los Angeles Stadium (SoFi Stadium) in Inglewood, California. It is the day after the tournament opens.
What group is the USA in for the 2026 World Cup?
The USA is in Group D, along with Paraguay, Australia, and Türkiye. USA plays its three rounds across June 12, 19, and 25, with matches at SoFi (Los Angeles), Lumen Field (Seattle), and SoFi again.
How can I watch USMNT matches in the US?
FOX in English and Telemundo in Spanish carry every USA match. With an HD antenna in the broadcast footprint, both are free over the air. FOX One ($19.99/month) streams in English; Peacock ($7.99/month) streams in Spanish.
Why are two USA matches at SoFi Stadium?
FIFA assigned the USA two group matches at Los Angeles Stadium (SoFi Stadium) — match 1 and match 3 — and one in Seattle. Host-nation team schedules typically include a fixed home base where the team plays multiple matches.
Is the USA the host nation for the 2026 World Cup?
The USA is one of three co-hosts, alongside Canada and Mexico. All three qualified automatically. The USA hosts 78 of the tournament’s 104 matches, including the final at MetLife Stadium on July 19.
Where can I buy tickets for USMNT matches?
FIFA controls primary ticketing for all 2026 matches at fifa.com. USMNT fixtures as co-host carry the highest domestic demand of the tournament; any third-party platform is a secondary resale.