How to watch USA vs Paraguay: Livestream the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Mexico defeated South Africa, 2-0, in the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Thursday. Now, the U.S. men’s national team is set to launch its World Cup campaign on home soil Friday night in Inglewood, California.

The USMNT and Paraguay will kick off at 9 p.m. ET from Los Angeles Stadium. The USMNT, coached by Mauricio Pochettino, enters Friday at the No. 17 spot in the FIFA World Rankings.

Captain Tim Ream leads the United States team onto the field during an open practice ahead of the 2026 World Cup at the Irvine Sports Complex in Irvine, California, on June 8, 2026. (Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

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Late last month, the Americans defeated Senegal, 3-2, in a World Cup tuneup match.

FIFA determines its world rankings using the Elo rating system, which rewards teams for wins and penalizes them for losses while also factoring in the strength of the competition.

Preparations are made at Soccer House ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Venice Beach in Los Angeles, California, on June 6, 2026. (Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

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This year’s World Cup will feature an expanded field of 48 teams.

Here’s how to watch the game, including start time, TV information and streaming options.

The FIFA World Cup Trophy is displayed outside the White House in Washington, D.C., ahead of the FIFA World Cup Draw on Dec. 2, 2025. (Michael Regan/FIFA/Getty Images)

How to Watch United States vs Paraguay

When: Friday, June 12, 2026, at 6 p.m. ET

Where: Los Angeles Stadium, Inglewood, California.

TV: FOX

Stream: Watch 3 days free on FOX One, Watch free on Tubi, FOX Sports.