USA v Paraguay: World Cup 2026 – live

The Guardian Sport Friday 12 June 2026, 22:20 UTC By Beau Dure 1 min read

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EDT/2am BST/11am AEST⚽️ Player guide | Bracketology | Golden Boot | Mail BeauMost of the conversation surrounding the United States’ buildup to this tournament centered on the health of Chris Richards. The center-back has proven to be an anchor for the US, and the team has looked defensively shaky without him.

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Most of the conversation surrounding the United States’ buildup to this tournament centered on the health of Chris Richards. The center-back has proven to be an anchor for the US, and the team has looked defensively shaky without him.

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