Group D Teams: USA (Host), Australia, Paraguay, UEFA Path C Winner (TBD)

The Group D Matchday Schedule

The USMNT will play its group matches exclusively on the West Coast, starting in Los Angeles and moving to Seattle. The July 4th match in Los Angeles is expected to be the most in-demand ticket of the group stage.

Date	Fixture	Venue	City	Tickets
June 12	USA vs. Paraguay	SoFi Stadium	Los Angeles, CA	Buy Tickets
June 13	Australia v UEFA Path C	BC Place	Vancouver, BC	Buy Tickets
June 19	USA vs. Australia	Lumen Field	Seattle, WA	Buy Tickets
June 20	UEFA Path C vs Paraguay	Levi’s Stadium	San Francisco CA	Buy Tickets
June 25	USA vs. UEFA Path C	SoFi Stadium	Los Angeles, CA	Buy Tickets
June 25	Paraguay vs Australia	Levi’s Stadium	San Francisco CA	Buy Tickets

Group D: Team Previews & Storylines
USA: The Golden Generation on Home Soil

The USMNT enters 2026 with its most experienced squad ever, featuring stars playing at the highest levels of European soccer. With the advantage of a passionate home crowd and West Coast familiarity, the goal is not just to advance, but to win the group.

Key Player: Christian Pulisic (AC Milan) – “Captain America” remains the creative heartbeat of the team. His performance in the opening match at SoFi will set the tone for the tournament.

The Storyline: The June 25th match against Japan at SoFi Stadium will be a massive test of tactical discipline against one of Asia’s most organized sides.

Australia: The Socceroos’ Physical Test

Australia brings a rugged, high-intensity style that has consistently challenged top-tier nations. They will have a strong traveling presence, particularly for their match against the USA in the soccer-passionate city of Seattle.

Key Player: Harry Souttar – A massive presence in the air who will be critical in set-piece situations.

The Storyline: Australia’s match against the USA in Seattle is being billed as a “clash of cultures” in one of the loudest stadiums in North America.

Paraguay: La Albirroja’s Defensive Grit

Paraguay is known for its legendary defensive organization and clinical counter-attacks. They have a history of upsetting larger nations and will be a difficult “trap” opponent for the US in the opening match.

The Storyline: Facing the host nation on opening night in Los Angeles is a massive stage for Paraguay to prove they are back among South America’s elite.

UEFA Playoff Winner B (TBD March 2026)

This spot will be filled by a high-level European side coming through the playoffs. Potential teams include Poland, Ukraine, or Greece.

The Storyline: If Poland qualifies, the match against the USA in LA will see a massive battle of fanbases, given the significant Polish-American population in Southern California.

Host City “Local Intelligence”
Seattle, WA (Lumen Field)

The Vibe: Widely considered the “loudest” stadium in the US. The vertical seating design traps sound, creating a wall of noise that is difficult for visiting teams.

Logistics: Located in the SoDo district. Use the Link Light Rail to the Stadium or International District/Chinatown stations. The march to the match from Occidental Park is a “bucket list” experience for fans.

Los Angeles, CA (SoFi Stadium)

The Vibe: A futuristic masterpiece. For the June 25th match, expect a celebrity-filled crowd and high-energy atmosphere.

Logistics: Traffic in Inglewood is heavy. Consider the Metro C Line with the SoFi shuttle, or stay in nearby El Segundo to minimize transit time.

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