The USMNT will play Australia and Paraguay in Group D, as well as third opponent from Europe that will be determined in March

Having automatically qualified as a host nation, the U.S. was helpfully put in Pot 1 of the draw, meaning that it will avoid most of the big-name soccer nations of Europe and South America that are quadrennial threats to hoist the trophy.

The U.S. drew Australia, Paraguay and winner of Turkey, Romania, Slovakia and Kosovo during Friday's World Cup group draw.

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros give their live reaction to the World Cup Draw. The boys break down the USMNT’s group, assess the tournament’s main contenders, and weigh in on who is primed for a deep run.

U.S. Soccer has confirmed the U.S. men's national team's final four opponents ahead of next summer's World Cup

The 2026 World Cup will feature 104 matches played in the host nations of the United States, Mexico and Canada. Here's a look at the odds, schedule and locations for the 2026 event. There are several major contenders to emerge victorious in the 2026 World Cup including Brazil,