US prepare for tough opener against Paraguay, Canada ready to embrace World Cup pressure (opens original article in a new tab)

US and Canada prepare for World Cup matches with high expectations, facing challenges from Paraguay and Bosnia & Herzegovina respectively, while Canada deals with player injuries but remains confident.

• US coach Pochettino warns of tough World Cup opener against Paraguay
• Canada coach Marsch states team is ready for home World Cup pressure
• Canada's Alphonso Davies misses opener with hamstring injury
• Canada's team has made progress under coach Marsch since 2024