Mexico opened the 2026 World Cup with a 2‑0 win over South Africa, a match that saw three red cards and a goal from Raúl Jiménez. The United States steps onto the pitch tonight at 9 p.m. ET in Los Angeles, facing Paraguay in its debut. USMNT hopes its golden‑generation stars—Christian Pulisic, Folarin Balogun and Chris Richards—can deliver a victory on home soil.

The Knicks chase their first NBA title since 1973, hosting Game 5 after a historic Game 4 comeback that stunned even USMNT midfielder Tyler Adams. New York must contain the Spurs’ offense; De’Aron Fox needs to defend the lane that cost San Antonio a chance to tie the series. Knicks stand on the brink of a championship for the city.

In the NHL, Carolina presses its advantage in Game 5, turning a 1‑0 deficit into a 4‑2 win over Vegas and moving within one victory of the Stanley Cup. The Golden Knights must win Sunday to stay alive, while the Hurricanes eye their first championship in two decades. Across sports, UFC Freedom 250 lands Sunday on Paramount+, featuring Ilia Topuria, Alex Pereira, Justin Gaethje and Ciryl Gane.