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How the U.S. matches up vs. World Cup group-stage foes
The USMNT will face Paraguay, Australia and a to-be-confirmed European opponent next summer. Our writers discuss how Mauricio Pochettino's team will get on.
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Moreno: Pressure on USMNT to qualify from 'accessible' World Cup Group D
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LOOKING AHEAD TO THE WORLD CUP
Men's World Cup predictions: Group-by-group takeaways, must-see games
The World Cup draw is complete! What are the top matches to watch, and how will it all go down? We asked ESPN's writers to break down groups, highlight storylines and make picks.
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Moreno: Austria could be 'problematic' for Argentina in Group J
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EUROPEAN POWERS TO MEET
Laurens can't wait for Haaland vs. Mbappe in World Cup Group I
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Onuoha: England will be well prepared to face Croatia
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DRAW IS DONE
How does the 2026 World Cup work? Format, groups, more
Check out the groups for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the U.S., Canada and Mexico, along with everything you need to know about the tourney's format.
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Men's World Cup draw: Recapping events in Washington, D.C.
After all the talk, teams finally learned their opponents; Mexico and South Africa open the tournament on June 11.
MLS getting better beyond Messi's magic -- but no one seems to care
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MLS Cup in Miami is all about Messi; can Vancouver crash the party?
It's fitting that MLS Cup takes place on the same weekend as Miami's art fair, as old masters Lionel Messi and Thomas Müller prepare to face off.
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Vancouver isn't built around its star, and Müller & Co. are better for it
Instead of building the plane around Thomas Müller, the Whitecaps asked the legend to fit around their structure.
MORE DRAW DISCUSSION
Garcia: Group H a perfect start for Spain's World Cup run
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Could Mo Salah fire Egypt to World Cup success?
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Top Headlines
- USMNT draws Paraguay, Australia at World Cup
- Poch: USMNT can't be complacent after WC draw
- Argentina to start WC title defense against Algeria
- Mexico happy with familiar opponents at World Cup
- Tuchel 'confident' despite England's tough WC draw
- Canada's Marsch welcomes potential Italy clash
- LAFC promotes No. 2 Dos Santos to head coach
- Pep: 'Desperately' want Rodri Man City return
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Who were the best players in each of Europe's top five leagues? Welcome to ESPN's Players of the Month!
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Puma 2026 World Cup jerseys rated: Ronaldo's Portugal, more
Puma has revealed the jersey that Portugal will wear at next summer's FIFA World Cup, which is set to be Cristiano Ronaldo's last major tournament.
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Why Chelsea believe young star Estêvão is destined for greatness
Estêvão's brilliant goal against Barcelona showed beyond doubt his extraordinary talent, but Chelsea have been carefully managing his development.
Legends chasing milestones
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Messi tracker: Goals, assists, key moments for Inter Miami
ESPN provides game-by-game analysis of the Lionel Messi's performances.
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Cristiano Ronaldo goal tracker: Road to 1,000 career goals
With Cristiano Ronaldo on the quest to score 1,000 goals, ESPN provides goal-by-goal analysis of the Portuguese superstar's quest.
