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USA vs Paraguay FIFA World Cup 2026 Preview

GOAL brings you everything you need to know about USA vs Paraguay at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

USMNT World Cup notebook: Can McKennie continue Juventus form?

GOAL takes a look at the big storylines and takeaways from the team's pre-Germany preparation in the latest installment of the USMNT notebook.

Will Tillman make his case to start? Five keys for USMNT vs. Germany

Fresh off a win over Senegal, the USMNT face their toughest pre-World Cup test yet against Jamal Musiala, Kai Havertz and Germany. GOAL breaks down five key storylines.

Palmer & the biggest stars to miss out on the World Cup

The 2026 World Cup is almost here. After years of build-up, dramatic qualifiers and numerous good - and bad - news stories surrounding FIFA's flagship finals, players and coaches from around the world are completing their last preparations while descending on the United States, Mexico and Canada for the biggest international football tournament to ever have been staged.

'Things have changed' - USMNT's Reyna is ready to tell a new story

GOAL sat down with Gio Reyna to discuss his reputation, his growth since Qatar and why this World Cup gives him the chance to change the story around him.

USMNT's Kochen set for loan away from Barcelona

Rising U.S. Men's National Team goalkeeper Diego Kochen is set to leave Barcelona on loan this summer, according to reports. The 20-year-old shot-stopper is set for the next stage of his development with more playing time, and Danish side Lyngby Boldklub are currently the favorites to temporarily add the American goalkeeper.

Once USMNT boss, Berhalter turns the page to support son

GOAL spoke with the Chicago Fire boss about his plans for this summer, his connection with the team and his memories of 2022

Four names placed alongside Pulisic in USMNT ‘undroppable’ pool

Brad Friedel has - during an exclusive interview with GOAL - sought to play down expectations around “poster boy” Christian Pulisic, but considers four other players to sit alongside ‘Captain America’ in the USMNT’s “undroppable” pool. The United States are considered to be working with a ‘Golden Generation’ of talent as a home World Cup is taken in.

Why 2026 is the best managerial line up in World Cup history

The 2026 World Cup is almost upon us. In just over a week, the time for talking will stop, and teams will have to prove their credentials with their performances on the pitch in North America. All roads, whether through the United States, Mexico or Canada, will lead to New Jersey on July 19, and the biggest football match on the planet: the World Cup final.

USMNT notebook: Richards update, Aaronson's wedding and more

GOAL takes a look at the big storylines and takeaways from camp in the latest installment of the USMNT notebook.

Nike releases X2 collection with seven global fashion collaborations

Bridging the gap between high fashion and the terraces.

Pochettino's quest to make the world believe in the USMNT

It's September 13, 2024, and Mauricio Pochettino is all smiles. Dressed in a blue suit with a big U.S. Soccer pin on the lapel, Pochettino is being introduced to the wild world of American soccer for the very first time. Flanked by his new bosses, Pochettino seems determined to make the right first impression; in America, first impressions are generally best made by being bold.

USMNT Rondo: Did Pulisic show he's World Cup ready?

A big 3-2 win over Senegal showed that the USMNT might just be ready for bigger games - and are prepared for the World Cup.

RANKED: Top 10 World Cup Golden Boot contenders

After years of build-up, the 2026 World Cup is almost upon us. The best players in the world are beginning to descend on the United States, Mexico and Canada with dreams of lifting the most prestigious trophy in global football ahead of the action getting under way on June 11.

Tim Ream #13 of the United States runs with the ball during the International Friendly match between United States and Belgium at Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Why are the United States soccer teams called USMNT & USWNT?

Does it have anything to do with the TMNT? Here's how the US soccer teams' abbreviations may have come along

RANKED: 100 most iconic moments in World Cup history

The World Cup has had no shortage of iconic moments across nearly 100 years of history. Every four years, billions of fans congregate to watch a tournament that has provided more drama, heartbreak and joy than any other event in sporting history. Football's grandest stage, the World Cup has always offered a platform for legends to be born, but it has also seen reputations destroyed and the downfall of so many famous faces.

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'About seeing the reality' - Pepi, Pulisic's brilliance lift USMNT

GOAL breaks down who stood out and who has work to do after the U.S. win

Pulisic is back as American dominates Senegal in WC tune up

Christian Pulisic looked back to his best, Ricardo Pepi and Folarin Balogun impressed, and the USMNT offered real reason for World Cup optimism against Senegal.

Kansas City tops AirBnb costs at whopping $539.95 per night

A new study reveals the average Airbnb cost in all 16 host cities for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Kansas City ranks as the most expensive destination for fans, while Guadalajara offers the best value. Here's how accommodation prices compare across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, and what supporters can expect to pay during the tournament.

USMNT notebook: Here's why Pochettino chose Ream as captain

GOAL takes a look at the big storylines and takeaways from the team's pre-Senegal preparation in the latest installment of the USMNT notebook.

Can Pulisic get back to form? Five keys for USMNT vs. Senegal

The USMNT's World Cup squad takes the field together for the first time as players battle for roles and momentum ahead of a friendly against Senegal.

Aaronson wedding allows USMNT to reflect on growing together

Brenden Aaronson briefly left USMNT camp for his wedding, giving teammates a chance to reflect on family, growth and the bonds that have shaped this World Cup group.

PL prediction: Balogun with ‘big boys’ & Pepi at ‘mid team’

USMNT strikers Folarin Balogun and Ricardo Pepi have become the subject of Premier League transfer predictions, with Brad Friedel telling GOAL that both could end up in the English top-flight. It is suggested that the former may link up with one of the “big boys”, while the latter would benefit from using “mid to lower teams” as another career stepping stone.