The United States are playing their first home-soil World Cup in over three decades, and after a strong start to their campaign, fans are looking ahead to the USMNT’s next match. Here’s where things stand, what’s coming up, and how to watch every game.
USMNT’s Group D Results So Far
The United States opened their 2026 World Cup campaign with a commanding 4-1 win over Paraguay on June 12 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California — a strong start for Mauricio Pochettino’s side as co-hosts. The US are in Group D alongside Paraguay, Australia, and Türkiye (or the winner of a UEFA playoff that determined Group D’s fourth team).
USMNT’s Next Game
The USMNT’s next match is against Australia on June 19, 2026, at Lumen Field in Seattle. This is followed by their final group match on June 25 against their remaining Group D opponent, played at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.
| Date | Match | Venue |
| June 12, 2026 | USA 4-1 Paraguay (Result) | Los Angeles (SoFi Stadium) |
| June 19, 2026 | USA vs. Australia | Seattle (Lumen Field) |
| June 25, 2026 | USA vs. Group D Playoff Qualifier | Los Angeles (SoFi Stadium) |
Why “USA vs Mexico” and “USA vs Canada” Aren’t on the Group Schedule
As co-hosts of the 2026 World Cup, the United States, Mexico, and Canada were each placed in different groups (USA in Group D, Mexico in Group A, Canada in Group B) specifically so the three host nations wouldn’t face each other in the group stage. A USA vs. Mexico or USA vs. Canada matchup would only become possible in the knockout stages, starting with the round of 32, and would depend entirely on how each team performs in their respective groups and how the knockout bracket falls.
How to Watch USMNT Matches
Coverage of USMNT World Cup matches is split between English and Spanish-language broadcasters. English-language coverage airs on FOX and FS1, while Spanish-language coverage is split between Telemundo and Universo — with Telemundo carrying the larger share of matches and Universo airing a smaller selection. Peacock streams every match of the tournament with full Telemundo/Universo Spanish-language coverage.
- FOX and FS1: Main English-language broadcast partners for the tournament
- Telemundo and Universo: Spanish-language broadcast partners, with Telemundo carrying the larger share of matches
- Peacock: Streams every match with Spanish-language commentary via the Telemundo/Universo feeds
- Fubo: Carries FOX, FS1, and Telemundo in its core packages, with a free trial option available
- Tubi: Streamed the USMNT’s opening match against Paraguay for free, in partnership with FOX
For the USMNT’s opener against Paraguay specifically, the match was also available for free via the Telemundo app, in addition to its scheduled broadcast slot.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the USMNT’s next World Cup 2026 game?
Following their opening win over Paraguay, the USMNT’s next match is against Australia on June 19, 2026, at Lumen Field in Seattle, followed by their final group match on June 25 in Los Angeles.
Is USA playing Mexico or Canada in the World Cup 2026 group stage?
No — as co-host nations, the USA, Mexico, and Canada were placed in different groups (D, A, and B respectively) specifically to avoid group-stage matchups between them. Any USA vs. Mexico or USA vs. Canada game would only be possible in the knockout stages.
What channel is showing USMNT World Cup games?
English-language coverage airs on FOX and FS1, while Spanish-language coverage is split between Telemundo and Universo. Peacock streams every match with Spanish-language commentary.
Can I watch USMNT games for free?
The USMNT’s opener against Paraguay was available for free via Tubi and the Telemundo app. Fubo also offers a free trial that includes FOX, FS1, and Telemundo.
How did the USMNT do in their World Cup 2026 opener?
The United States beat Paraguay 4-1 in their opening Group D match on June 12, 2026, at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.
Final Thoughts
After a strong opening win over Paraguay, the USMNT’s home-soil World Cup continues with matches against Australia and their final Group D opponent over the following two weeks — both genuinely winnable games that could see the co-hosts through to the knockout stages. With coverage split across FOX, FS1, Telemundo, Universo, and Peacock, there’s no shortage of ways to catch every USMNT match, and fans hoping for a USA-Mexico or USA-Canada showdown will need both co-hosts to progress deep enough for the brackets to collide.