I started watching the World Cup not because I’m a soccer fan, but because I was curious about the US Men’s National Soccer Team, and their coach, Mauricio Pochettino. His leadership style seemed different.

The United States will hope to keep the party going after starting the World Cup with a fluid attacking display, but must be wary of an Australia side ​which began with a famous victory and have been fired up by misplaced disrespect.

The last line of defense between native New Yorker Tyler Adams and a celebration that’s been waiting a lifetime to be born, the off-white pillows in the fancy team hotel turned into a trampoline as Adams and the US Men’s National Team celebrated the Knicks’ improbable win against the San Antonio Spurs in Game 4 of the NBA Finals.

The U.S. men's national soccer team kicked off its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium on Friday.

I knew this USA team could cook, but it threw some special sauce in on Friday night. And it wasn't just the players. Before I get into my ratings for them, a 20/10 performance from the crowd on Friday.