LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- The U.S. got a favorable draw in the group stage for the 2026 World Cup . Their first match is against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium on June 12 -- one of eight matches being played in Inglewood.

They'll go on to then face Australia on June 19 in Seattle. Defending champion Argentina will open the World Cup against Algeria.

With the World Cup almost six months away, the countdown is officially on for many soccer fans in Los Angeles.

"I think the environment is going to be so much fun for the fans, both outside the stadium and inside the stadium. There's really not a bad seat. I'm excited to be one of those fans cheering the U.S. on," said FIFA Women's World Cup champion Mia Hamm.

The L.A. Host Committee has been planning for the World Cup for eight years, and there w

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