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World Cup 2026: a look at the United States’ group-stage opponents

December 6, 2025

In the recent draw for the 2026 World Cup, the United States was placed in a group with Australia, Paraguay, and the winner of a European playoff. This marks the second encounter with Australia within a year, and the group offers a mix of familiar and varied challenges for the co-hosts.

World Cup 2026: a look at the United States’ group-stage opponents

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Key Highlights

USA will face Australia, Paraguay, and a European playoff winner in their World Cup group.
This will be the second match between the USA and Australia in a year.
The European playoff will include teams from Turkey, Romania, Kosovo, and Slovakia.
The draw took place in Washington DC.
The group stage presents a mix of familiar and different challenges for the USA.

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World Cup 2026: a look at the United States’ group-stage opponents

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World Cup 2026: a look at the United States’ group-stage opponents

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