The US men’s national team ready for the World Cup opener against Paraguay in LA
Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Pakinomist Chief Correspondent Jonathan Hunt reports live from Los Angeles Stadium for the USMNT’s opening match against Paraguay tonight. Hunt highlights the team’s strong training and determination for a historic victory. USMNT stars share their readiness and focus on winning games to build momentum.
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The California Democratic Party made a social media post saying, “You are not allowed to watch the World Cup if you have ever voted against immigration,” on Thursday.
The post has come under enormous scrutiny as Americans across the political spectrum prepare to cheer on Team USA in their World Cup opener against Paraguay.
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Preparations are made at the Soccer House ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Venice Beach in Los Angeles, California on June 6, 2026. (Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)
“Each of the other countries have their own immigration policies where you can’t just cross the border. The hypocrisy is crazy,” wrote one X user.
Another user wrote: “Why? I don’t even understand the logic of this post.”
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Other harsh and sarcastic responses to the post went viral across X.
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The California Republican Party issued a statement in response to the controversial post.
It was a strong showing for us Americans, but not enough to win the title of most attractive fan base at the FIFA World Cup. (Bob Self/Florida Times-Union)
“The World Cup is a beautiful event that brings people together from all over the world and should have nothing to do with politics,” said California Republican Party Communications Director Francisco Bedoya. “Instead of trolling on social media, they should put down their phones, touch some grass and enjoy this historic World Cup. But if the Democrats want to make it political and continue to divide Americans, we’re here to call out their hypocrisy.”
The United States is co-hosting the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup, the first time the United States has hosted the event since 1994, along with Canada and Mexico.
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The United States accounts for the bulk of the tournament, hosting 78 of the 104 matches in 11 major cities. All high-stakes games — including the quarterfinals, semifinals and final — will take place in the United States
Friday’s FIFA World Cup opener features the U.S. facing Paraguay at 9:00 PM ET (6:00 PM local) at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. The match is crucial to set the tone in Group D, which also includes Australia and Turkey.
