US Senator Marco Rubio will lead the American delegation to the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup between the United States and Paraguay. The game will be held Friday at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. According to the US State Department, Senator Rubio is scheduled to attend the event. He will also hold a meeting with Paraguayan President Santiago Peña during the visit. Notably, former President Donald Trump will not be present at the opening ceremony. This marks a significant diplomatic and sporting event hosted by the United States. The World Cup is jointly hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico.