USA vs Paraguay: World Cup Group D Opener

USA open their World Cup Group D campaign against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, with both sides starting level on zero points and goal difference. The group table currently lists USA first and Paraguay second, but with no games played, this is a clean slate for both teams on the biggest stage.

Recent History

Recent history between these nations leans strongly towards USA. The record shows three straight competitive and friendly wins for the hosts: a 2-1 victory at Subaru Park in November 2025, following 1-0 wins in Cary in 2018 and in the 2016 Copa America group stage in Philadelphia. Across those matches, USA scored four times and conceded just once, underlining a clear upper hand in this matchup.

Current Form

With no World Cup 2026 form or goal data yet for either side, those head-to-head results provide the clearest guide. USA have consistently found a way to edge tight encounters, often by a single goal, and home support in Los Angeles should further tilt the balance in their favour. Expect a cagey group opener, with USA slightly more likely to emerge with the win.