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From military brats to birthright citizens: how USMNT’s magnificent mess became its strength

For decades, US Soccer sought a single identity. Instead, its most talented team emerged from a uniquely American mix of backgrounds, pathways and cultures

The Guardian - US

Why Christian Pulisic Isn’t Playing for the USMNT vs. Australia—World Cup

Mauricio Pochettino had a firm message for the rest of the USMNT roster after the news broke.

Sports Illustrated

USMNT vs. Australia: Confirmed Lineups for World Cup Group D Match

Both teams secured impressive victories in the first round of group matches.

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Soccer Legend Tim Howard Pinpoints Key Reason Why USMNT Will Beat Australia

The former USMNT star goalkeeper played in three World Cups.

Sports Illustrated

USMNT Predicted Lineup vs. Australia: World Cup Group D

The Stars and Stripes are sweating over the fitness of Christian Pulisic.

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A mercurial talent to a workhorse: who should replace Christian Pulisic if he misses the Australia game?

The US star was on a ‘modified’ training schedule for the third day in a row after coming out at half-time in the opener. Other options must be considered

The Guardian - US

The threats Australia must neutralise in crunch World Cup clash with USA

From Christian Pulisic and Antonee Robinson to Sergiño Dest and Folarin Balogun, the Socceroos will have their hands full in the Group D clash

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15 World Cup Superstars Who Could Have Represented Different Nations

Some of the tournament’s top stars might’ve lined up in different colors.

Sports Illustrated

England’s loss is USA’s gain as Pochettino finds a spearhead in Folarin Balogun

Against Paraguay, the Monaco striker provided the ruthless finishing the USMNT have often missed in recent years

The Guardian - US

Once at the Center of USMNT Drama, Gio Reyna Is Writing a Different Story

The 23-year-old is back in the spotlight—this time for the right reasons—as the USMNT pursues World Cup glory.

Sports Illustrated

USMNT Opens World Cup 2026 With 4-1 Win Over Paraguay: Odds and Group Reaction

USA defeated Paraguay 4-1 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood on Matchday 1 of Group D, with goals from a Damian Bobadilla own goal, a Folarin Balogun brace, and a Gio Reyna strike sealing the result. The win moves the United States to the top of Group D on three points…

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USA's Ruthlessness Beat South America's Hesitation in World Cup Opener

USMNT routs Paraguay 4-1 in 2026 World Cup opener behind Balogun's brace. We break down USA's strength, the lapse rivals will exploit, and who'll score next.

Latin Times

Look out Socceroos: US start World Cup with record haul

The United States will be full of confidence when they face Australia at the World Cup next week, having dominated Paraguay in a 4-1 victory.

AAP

Four Takeaways From USMNT’s Record-Breaking World Cup Opener

Mauricio Pochettino’s positivity doesn’t look quite so outlandish anymore.

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The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: US beat Paraguay 4-1 in dream start for World Cup co-hosts

The United States launched their home World Cup in emphatic fashion Friday, defeating Paraguay 4-1 with a perfectly scripted opening performance to delight a star-studded home crowd in Los Angeles. France-based striker Folarin Balogun scored twice while relentless US pressure led to an early Paraguay own goal from Damian Bobadilla…

France 24

World Cup co-hosts US thrash Paraguay in dominant Group D opener

Team USA made a commanding statement in their World Cup campaign, defeating Paraguay 4-1 in their Group D opener at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. Despite a late Paraguayan rally, the co-hosts' attacking prowess proved too much for La Albirroja, with Folarin Balogun scoring twice to set the tone.

The Guardian - US

Folarin Balogun is the USMNT’s focal point, whether he’s getting touches or not

The Monaco striker’s impact on the US attack will vary depending on how the team builds up, and where that buildup happens

Sports Illustrated

Three Questions Facing Mauricio Pochettino Ahead of USMNT’s World Cup Opener

The U.S. men’s national team manager has questions to address before the team’s World Cup opener on Friday against Paraguay.

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USMNT vs. Germany Player Ratings: Positive Performance Ahead of World Cup

The USMNT wrapped up 2026 World Cup preparations with a 2–1 loss to Germany in Chicago.

Sports Illustrated

USMNT XI vs. Germany: Pochettino Missing Star Defender—Injury News, Predicted Lineup

The U.S. men’s national team has one last chance to tinker with the lineup before the World Cup starts.

Sports Illustrated

USMNT vs. Senegal Player Ratings: Pulisic Shows Best Form in Years Ahead of World Cup

The USMNT were dominant in the attack in front of over 57,000 fans on Sunday.

Sports Illustrated

Four Key Takeaways From USMNT’s Confidence-Building Win, Pulisic’s Resurgence

The U.S. men’s national team took the field for the first time since the official World Cup roster was announced.

The Guardian - US

USMNT World Cup tune-ups: can Pulisic end his drought and who is Pochettino’s super-sub?

The US probably won’t start their A-team for both friendlies against Senegal and Germany, but the games are still opportunities to build momentum

Sports Illustrated

The Unique Reason Why Brenden Aaronson Missed USMNT Training Ahead of World Cup

The USMNT’s maturity could lead to a deep run this summer.

The Guardian - UK

To all USMNT rejects, Mauricio Pochettino hopes this email finds you well

In today’s Football Daily: USMNT and a personal touch, plus Andrea Pirlo’s ill-advised trip to Moscow

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