The United States is preparing to host Paraguay in its first home World Cup match in 32 years, with the tournament opener expected to be played before a loud crowd in Southern California. Multiple outlets report that the U.S. is set for the opening game against Paraguay as co-hosts bring major attention and attendance to the match. The game is framed as the final World Cup opener for co-host nations in the schedule leading into the event, with both teams entering the tournament with expectations shaped by the venue and the prominence of the contest. The U.S. camp is presented as focused on starting strongly in front of its home supporters, highlighting the significance of playing on home soil after a long absence from hosting a World Cup match. Paraguay’s side is also described as arriving for the opener against a U.S. team motivated by the setting. Overall, coverage centers on the matchup, the home-hosting element for the United States, and the anticipation of a high-energy atmosphere in the SoCal venue.