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Los Angeles FC defender Aaron Long says a U.S. win against Paraguay would "settle all the nerves"

Los Angeles FC defender Aaron Long says a U.S. win against Paraguay would "settle all the nerves"

Summary

The U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team will play its first match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Paraguay. Aaron Long, a defender for Los Angeles FC and a member of the 2022 U.S. team, said a win would help calm nerves before the tournament.

Key Facts

  • The U.S. team has waited four years for this World Cup match.
  • The match against Paraguay is the first game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup for the U.S. team.
  • Aaron Long plays as a defender for Los Angeles FC.
  • Long was part of the U.S. National Team at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
  • He said winning the match would reduce nervous feelings among players.
  • The match is scheduled for a Friday night.
  • The 2026 FIFA World Cup is being hosted partly in the United States.
  • CBS News provided coverage and analysis of the team and game.
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