USA vs Paraguay match preview: Match predicted, head-to-head, team squad, where to watch today's FIFA World Cup match

The FIFA World Cup 2026 will feature the USA and Paraguay on its second day. The two group D teams will take on the field at the Los Angeles Stadium, Inglewood, on Saturday. The USA will feature in a FIFA World Cup game at home for the first time since 1994.The United States Men’s National Soccer Team ranks 17th on the FIFA rankings, whereas Paraguay holds the 40th berth. The home team has been victorious in the last 5 of 10 friendlies, with one game ending in a draw. The United States Men’s National Team will be entering the World Cup with average form.

On the other hand, Paraguay concluded its last game with a commanding 4-0 victory over Nicaragua. Paraguay's campaign in the last few games has mirrored that of the US.

With 4 wins and a draw in 10 games, the team’s performance has been far from convincing. But Paraguay have been rock solid in defence and just conceeded 10 goals in 18 qualifying matches. The South American nation are making a comeback after enduring a painful 16-year exile from the global stage dating back to their historic quarter-final run in the 2010 edition.

What time will the USA vs Paraguay 2026 FIFA World Cup, Group D match start?

The USA vs Paraguay 2026 FIFA World Cup match will begin at 6:30 am IST on Saturday, 13 June.

Where will the USA vs Paraguay 2026 FIFA World Cup, Group D match be played?

The USA vs Paraguay 2026 FIFA World Cup match is scheduled to be played at the Los Angeles Stadium, Inglewood, California.

USA vs Paraguay, Predicted XIs for 2026 FIFA World Cup

USA lineup (4-2-3-1): Matt Freese; Sergiño Dest, Chris Richards, Tim Ream, Antonee Robinson; Tyler Adams, Weston McKennie; Timothy Weah, Malik Tillman, Christian Pulisic; Folarin Balogun.Paraguay lineup (4-4-2): Carlos Coronel; Juan Cáceres, Fabián Balbuena, Omar Alderete, Junior Alonso; Diego Gómez, Andrés Cubas, Mathías Villasanti, Miguel Almirón; Gabriel Ávalos, Antonio Sanabria.

USA vs Paraguay squad news for the 2026 FIFA World Cup

USA(Coach- Mauricio Pochettino)Tim Ream(C), Matt Turner, Matt Freese, Chris Brady, Sergiño Dest, Chris Richards, Antonee Robinson, Auston Trusty, Max Arfsten, Alex Freeman, Cameron Carter-Vickers, Miles Robinson, Tyler Adams, Weston McKennie, Giovanni Reyna, Johnny Cardoso, Brenden Aaronson, Sebastian Berhalter, Malik Tillman, Tanner Tessmann, Christian Pulisic, Timothy Weah, Folarin Balogun, Ricardo Pepi, Patrick Agyemang, Haji Wright.Paraguay(Coach - Gustavo Alfaro)Gustavo Gómez(C), Carlos Coronel, Roberto Fernández, Gatito Fernández, Juan Cáceres, Fabián Balbuena, Omar Alderete, Junior Alonso, Matías Espinoza, Robert Rojas, Andrés Cubas, Mathías Villasanti, Diego Gómez, Damián Bobadilla, Gastón Giménez, Matías Galarza, Miguel Almirón, Julio Enciso, Ramón Sosa, Gustavo Caballero, Antonio Sanabria, Gabriel Ávalos, Alex Arce, Isidro Pitta, Braian Ojeda, Hugo Cuenca.

USA vs Paraguay, 2026 FIFA World Cup, Group D: Match Prediction

The USMNT have a slight upper hand in the contest and may win by a score of 3-1. Comparing the last ten games of both units, FIFA rankings and head-to-head records, the USMNT narrowly surpasses Paraguay. Paraguay went against the USMNT in 9 games, losing three of them and two ending in a draw. However, the home team will look forward to continuing its 3-match winning streak against the latter.

When and Where to Watch USA vs Paraguay, 2026 FIFA World Cup match

Streamers can watch the game live on Saturday at 7:30 am on ZEE5. The television viewers can tune into Unite8 Sports 1, Unite8 Sports 1 HD, Unite8 Sports 2, and Unite8 Sports 2 HD channels.