The United States men’s national team opened Group B with a convincing victory over Paraguay and followed it with a win against Australia, finishing the group stage at the top of the table. Malik Tillman logged every minute of the two matches, operating in midfield for the full 180 minutes.
Canada’s campaign has been equally steady, with Stephen Eustáquio steering the side as captain and logging the full 90 minutes in both fixtures. Jacob Shaffelburg contributed 68 minutes across the two games, keeping the team on the brink of a knockout berth, a milestone that has placed Canada at a 99 percent chance of advancing.
In the Asian half of the draw, South Korea’s Son Heung‑Min has emerged as the team’s most prolific shooter, already recording six attempts on goal as the squad prepares for its final group encounter.
Mexico clinched Group A with a narrow 1‑0 win over South Korea, a result that not only secured first place but also set up a knockout matchup that will be shown live at SoFi Stadium.
World Cup excitement reaches Southern California
The tournament’s next wave of fixtures will be staged at the iconic SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, where a series of watch parties are scheduled across Los Angeles, giving fans a chance to experience the action in a stadium atmosphere.
Beyond the World Cup, LAFC will resume its MLS season on July 17 when it hosts the Galaxy, a clash that promises to draw additional attention to the region’s soccer calendar.