🇺🇸 USA World Cup 2026: Everything You Need to Know

Your complete guide to the United States Men's National Team at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Squad, schedule, odds, tickets, and more.

FIFA Ranking: #14 CONCACAF Group D WC Titles: 0

Group D Overview

Group D

Team Confederation FIFA Ranking
USA CONCACAF 14
Paraguay CONMEBOL 58
Australia AFC 24
UEFA Playoff C Winner UEFA TBD

See the full Group D analysis including opponent breakdowns and qualification scenarios.

Upcoming Matches

Group D Saturday, June 13, 2026
🇺🇸 USA vs UEFA Playoff C Winner

18:00 ET

MetLife Stadium, New York/NJ

Group D Thursday, June 18, 2026
🇺🇸 USA vs Australia

14:00 ET

Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, MA

Group D Friday, June 26, 2026
🇺🇸 USA vs Paraguay

17:00 ET

Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, MA

View the full match schedule with times and venues.

Bet on the World Cup 2026

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Key Players to Watch

Christian Pulisic

Winger / Attacking Midfielder | AC Milan

Captain America. The USMNT captain and talisman, Pulisic has been the face of US soccer since his Dortmund debut at 17. His pace, dribbling, and eye for goal make him the team's most dangerous attacking threat. Thriving at AC Milan in Serie A.

Weston McKennie

Central Midfielder | Juventus

A box-to-box dynamo who combines physicality with technical skill. McKennie's aerial ability, tackling, and late runs into the box make him one of the USMNT's most complete players. Big-game experience from Juventus.

Giovanni Reyna

Attacking Midfielder | Borussia Dortmund

The most naturally gifted player in the USMNT squad. When fit, Reyna's vision, creativity, and ability to unlock defenses are world-class. Health has been his only obstacle — if he's fit, he's a game-changer.

Yunus Musah

Central Midfielder | AC Milan

A tireless ball-carrier and press-resistant midfielder. Musah's ability to drive through midfield and retain possession under pressure gives the USMNT balance and progressive passing from deep.

See all key players profiles and analysis.

Quick Links

Full Squad

Complete roster with all players

Betting Odds

Can USA win it? Check the odds

Tickets

How to get World Cup tickets

2026 Kit

New jersey review & where to buy

How to Watch

TV channels & streaming options

WC History

USA's World Cup record

Frequently Asked Questions

What group is the USA in for World Cup 2026?
The USA is in Group D alongside Paraguay, Australia, and the winner of UEFA Playoff path C. The USMNT is favored to top the group.
Where will the USA play their World Cup 2026 group matches?
MetLife Stadium in New Jersey (opener vs UEFA Playoff C winner) and Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, MA (vs Australia and Paraguay). Both East Coast venues give the USMNT a strong home advantage.
When is the USMNT's first World Cup 2026 match?
The USMNT opens on June 13, 2026 against the UEFA Playoff C winner at MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey, kicking off at 6:00 PM ET.
Who is the USMNT coach for World Cup 2026?
Mauricio Pochettino, the Argentine manager who previously coached Tottenham, PSG, and Chelsea. He was appointed in 2024 and has brought tactical sophistication and consistency to the USMNT.

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