The USMNT is gearing up for its World Cup opener against Paraguay on June 12, 2026, but the match may be impacted by the injury of Paraguayan forward Julio Enciso. Enciso, 22, was taken off on a stretcher during Paraguay's final warm-up match against Nicaragua after suffering injuries to his hamstring and waist. Paraguay's head coach Gustavo Alfaro expressed hope that the injury is not serious and that Enciso can recover in time for the crucial match against the USMNT. Enciso has been a key player for Paraguay, scoring 12 goals this season for French club Strasbourg and contributing significantly to the national team with four goals in 31 appearances. The USMNT will be looking to capitalize on any absence of Enciso as they aim for a strong start in their World Cup campaign. The match will take place at SoFi Stadium, marking an exciting beginning to the tournament for both teams. Fans are eager to see how the USMNT performs against a strong Paraguayan side, especially with the uncertainty surrounding Enciso's fitness.