The World Cup has finally started! We're into the second day of action at the most anticipated soccer tournament in the world. Co-hosts Mexico got the World Cup underway with a nice 2–0 victory over South Africa in the tournament opener, followed by South Korea's 2–1 win over Czechia. But today, the spotlight shifts to the United States. The moment has arrived for Mauricio Pochettino's USMNT to make its World Cup debut and the wait is over. I'm Francesco Porzio with the latest.
Friday, June 12🏆 World Cup: Canada vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina, 3 p.m. ➡️ FOX🏆 World Cup: United States vs. Paraguay, 9 p.m. ➡️ FOX
Saturday, June 13🏆 World Cup: Qatar vs. Switzerland, 3 p.m. ➡️ FOX🏆 World Cup: Brazil vs. Morocco, 6 p.m. ➡️ FOX🏆 World Cup: Haiti vs. Scotland, 9 p.m. ➡️ FOX
Sunday, June 14🏆 World Cup: Australia vs. Turkiye, 12 a.m. ➡️ FS1🏆 World Cup: Germany vs. Curacao, 1 p.m. ➡️ FOX🏆 World Cup: Netherlands vs. Japan, 4 p.m. ➡️ FOX🏆 World Cup: Coite d'Ivoire vs. Ecuador, 7 p.m. ➡️ FS1🏆 World Cup: Sweden vs. Tunisia, 10 p.m. ➡️ FS1
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The United States will kick off their tournament on Friday when they will meet Paraguay in the first match of their World Cup. The side coached by Mauricio Pochettino will meet Paraguay, Australia and Turkiye in the group stage of their home competition, the second time they host the World Cup after 1994. Since then, soccer in the United States has undergone a remarkable transformation. The growth of a new domestic league, the arrival of world-class stars, and a much deeper understanding and appreciation of the game across the country have all helped elevate the sport to new heights. However, this new reality also brings greater expectations and pressure for the team led by Argentine head coach Mauricio Pochettino, who addressed the media ahead of Thursday's opening match during his pre-game press conference.:
The head coach signed for the USMNT in 2024 after his spells at Tottenham, PSG and Chelsea, and is widely considered one of the best managers around the world. Pochettino reflected on his journey that brought him to the opening match on Friday:
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Originally reported by CBS Sports.