The USMNT kick off their 2026 World Cup campaign against Paraguay in front of a home crowd in California. The Stars and Stripes will feel confident going against the CONMBEOL side given they just defeated Gustavo Alfaro’s men 2–1 in an international friendly during the November window.

Mauricio Pochettino learned his first ever World Cup group opponents as a coach on Friday when the World Cup draw takes center stage in Washington, D.C. and he will be very happy with it.

Jesse Marsch will lead Canada at the 2026 World Cup that will be played on their home soil. A lot will depend on who will qualify in the last spot of the group. If Italy do, things will be much more difficult for Canada.

Setting the bar high up for the 2026 World Cup "dream," manager Mauricio Pochettino outlined his plan for Christian Pulisic and the rest of USMNT stars to reach the competition in top form.

Friday's draw should offer some answers as to how the USMNT, Canada and Mexico could fare next year, with teams and schedules to be fully revealed.

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