Australia stunned Turkey 2-0 in Vancouver to open World Cup Group D and throw the United States' group wide open. Nestory Irankunda became the Socceroos' youngest-ever World Cup goalscorer, while Connor Metcalfe added a second for Tony Popovic's side.

Omar Artan, who was named Africa's best male referee in 2025, was denied entry into the United States to work the World Cup earlier this month.

Antonee Robinson joined James Corden to discuss the the current vibes for the United States after a 4-1 win over Paraguay, feeling American, the origin of his nickname "Jedi" and more.

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Here's what weather to expect when the United States national team and Paraguay national team kickoff in the World Cup on Friday

Check out the full game highlights between United States and Paraguay in the 2026 FIFA World Cup™. Announced by John Strong and Stu Holden.

The USMNT's 4-1 win over Paraguay drew 15.986 million viewers, making it the most-watched men's World Cup telecast in English-language U.S. history.

Since the World Cup kicked off on Thursday, it’s been a party in the USA. As fans from all across the world have come to the United States to attend the World Cup, videos have continuously gone viral on social media of the fan bases celebrating the event.