USA vs Paraguay: Kickoff Time, Live Stream, and TV Info for USMNT at 2026 World Cup

USMNT Opens 2026 World Cup Against Paraguay

The United States steps into the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a key group stage match against Paraguay. This tournament, held across North America, starts their campaign on home soil.

Match Details: Date, Time, and Venue

The USA faces Paraguay at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. The kickoff is set for Friday, June 12 at 6 p.m. Pacific Time. Here’s how that translates across time zones in the U.S.:

• Eastern Time: 9 p.m.
• Central Time: 8 p.m.
• Mountain Time: 7 p.m.
• Pacific Time: 6 p.m.

Where to Watch and Stream

The match will air live on Fox. For streaming, fans can tune in via fubo, Fox One, or the Fox Sports app/website. New subscribers to fubo can take advantage of a free trial to watch without cable. This platform includes over 100 live channels, including ESPN, ABC, CBS, and Fox.

Group Stage Context

The USMNT is part of Group D alongside Paraguay, Australia, and Turkey. Starting strong in this expanded 48-team format is important to advance into the knockout rounds.

Other Matches Around the Same Time

Matches on Friday, June 12 (all Eastern Time):

• Canada vs Bosnia & Herzegovina at 3 p.m.
• United States vs Paraguay at 9 p.m.

On Saturday, June 13:

• Australia vs Turkey at 12 a.m.
• Qatar vs Switzerland at 3 p.m.
• Brazil vs Morocco at 6 p.m.
• Haiti vs Scotland at 9 p.m.

About the 2026 FIFA World Cup

The tournament runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026, hosted jointly by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Matches will be played in 16 cities across these countries. The U.S. venues include Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, New York/New Jersey, Philadelphia, San Francisco, and Seattle.

This edition expands to 48 teams, up from 32, resulting in 104 matches. It will feature nations from all continents, including familiar soccer powerhouses and emerging teams.

Broadcast and Streaming Options

In the U.S., English coverage airs on Fox and FS1, both accessible on fubo. Spanish-language broadcasts are available via Telemundo and Universo, which stream on Peacock and DIRECTV.

Final Match Info

The final is scheduled for Sunday, July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium, known officially as New York-New Jersey Stadium for the event.