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The United States is favored to win Group D at the 2026 World Cup, but the pressure of playing at home and poor recent form could derail the hopes of the Americans. Waiting to pounce on a letdown are Turkey, Paraguay and Australia in what is viewed as a competitive and balanced group. Team USA beat Paraguay, 2-1, in a friendly last November and the squads will begin group play on June 12 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif.
All four teams in Group D are structurally sound on defense meaning goals could be few and far between. Known for their defense and physical play, Paraguay can make some noise, though they are just the third favorite in the group. Turkey was among the last teams to qualify for the World Cup advancing with a pair of 1-0 wins in the playoffs last month. The group favorites will meet in the final match with Turkey and USA tangling on June 25.
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