New users only, 21+, in states where each book is live. Offers and odds vary by state and move before kickoff. FanDuel's welcome offer is not available in CT, DC, or MS.
The markets you can bet
Soccer has a few wrinkles US bettors from NFL and NBA should know, mainly the draw. Here are the markets you will see for USA vs Paraguay, from simplest to most advanced, with sample prices as of 2026-06-12 (they move before kickoff).
1. Match result (3-way moneyline, or 1X2)
The core market. You pick one of three outcomes: United States to win (-110), the draw (+220), or Paraguay to win (+290). Unlike NFL or NBA, a draw is a real result you can bet (and that your "win" bet loses to), because this price is for 90 minutes of regulation only. The US is a slight favorite here.
2. Draw No Bet
If you like the US but the draw worries you, Draw No Bet refunds your stake if the match ends level and pays if the US wins. It is a safer, lower-priced way to back a side without the draw risk, useful in a tight opener like this one.
3. Total goals (over/under)
Almost always set at over/under 2.5 goals. Over 2.5 needs three or more total goals; under 2.5 wins on a 2-1, 1-1, 1-0, or 0-0. With Paraguay likely to defend deep and sit in, the under is the market our preview leans toward.
4. Both teams to score (BTTS)
A simple yes/no: do both the US and Paraguay each score at least once? BTTS does not require picking a winner, only that both offenses get on the board, which makes it a friendly first bet for casual fans.
5. Asian handicap
The soccer version of a point spread, used to make a lopsided match more even. USA -0.5 is identical to backing the US to win. USA -1 needs a US win by two or more (a one-goal win pushes and refunds). Quarter-lines such as -0.75 split your stake across two handicaps. It is the closest soccer relative of the NFL or NBA spread.
6. Player props
The fun part. The headline option is Christian Pulisic anytime goalscorer (around +225), with first-goalscorer and shots-on-target props alongside it. You will also find team totals (US over 1.5 goals), corners, and cards. Props are a low-stake way to back the USMNT story without sweating the three-way result.
7. Same-game parlay
Combine multiple markets from this one match into a single bet at a longer price, for example US to win plus under 2.5 plus Pulisic to score. FanDuel's SGP builder is the most polished in the US market. Same-game parlays are fun and high-variance; keep the stake small, because the legs are correlated and the house edge compounds.
How to place the bet, step by step
- Open an account at a legal book in your state. Use the FanDuel or Fanatics links here to claim the welcome offer as you sign up. You will verify your identity (name, date of birth, last four of your SSN) and confirm you are 21 or older.
- Turn on location services. US sportsbooks use geolocation to confirm you are physically in a legal state. The bet will not place without it.
- Make your first deposit. Debit card, PayPal, Venmo, ACH, and Apple Pay are the fastest options. Only deposit what you have set aside to bet.
- Find the match. Go to Soccer, then the FIFA World Cup section, then USA vs Paraguay. The match result, totals, and props are all on the game page.
- Add your pick to the bet slip. Tap the odds for the outcome you want. It drops into your slip on the side or bottom of the screen.
- Enter your stake and confirm. Type the amount; the slip shows your potential payout before you place it. Review, then confirm. That is your bet.
New to the odds format itself? Our guide to reading American odds explains what -110 and +290 actually mean, and the broader how to bet the World Cup guide maps every soccer market to US sports.
The welcome offers, compared
Both books run a new-user bonus you can put toward this match. They work differently:
- FanDuel: Bet $5, Get $350 in Bonus Bets Guaranteed (over 7 days). A small qualifying bet unlocks a large bonus paid out over several days. Low entry, high headline value, and the bonus credit is easy to use across the tournament. Not available in CT, DC, or MS.
- Fanatics: Get up to $1,000 in FanCash Matched Bets (100% match up to $100 in FanCash for 10 days). A matched-bet structure that returns FanCash over ten days, which you can redeem for authentic team merchandise as well as more bets. The pick if you want value you can spend on a jersey, not just more wagers.
There is no rule against using both: open both accounts, claim both offers, and you also get to price-shop each market across two books. For the full field, see our best sportsbooks for the World Cup ranking.
Our angle for this match
Briefly, because the full breakdown is in the preview: we lean the under 2.5 (Paraguay will sit deep and grind), we think the US is a fair price to win rather than a value play, and a Pulisic anytime-scorer position is the cleaner way to back the home side. These are editorial reads, not model output; we run a probability model for the Stanley Cup Final, but not for soccer.
Bet the tournament, not every minute of it
The World Cup runs daily for more than a month, which is exactly the setup that leads people to bet more than they planned. Decide your limits before kickoff, not in the 80th minute. Most apps let you set deposit and time limits; use them. Treat any welcome bonus as a one-time boost, not a reason to chase. If betting stops being fun, step away, and if you need help, call 1-800-GAMBLER.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the easiest way to bet on USMNT vs Paraguay?
- The simplest bet is the three-way match result (1X2): United States to win, the draw, or Paraguay to win. As of 2026-06-12 the US is around -110, the draw near +220, and Paraguay around +290. Open an account at a legal sportsbook in your state, search the FIFA World Cup section for USA vs Paraguay, tap the price on the outcome you want, enter a stake, and confirm. New users can start with the FanDuel or Fanatics welcome offer below.
- Can you bet a point spread on USMNT vs Paraguay?
- Soccer uses a "handicap" instead of a point spread, and the most flexible version is the Asian handicap. USA -0.5 is the same as backing the US on the moneyline (they must win). USA -1 means the US must win by two or more (a one-goal win pushes and refunds). USA -0.5, -1 quarter-lines split your stake across two outcomes. It is the closest equivalent to the NFL or NBA spread.
- What is a good first bet for a casual fan?
- Two beginner-friendly options. Both teams to score (yes/no) does not require predicting the winner, just whether each side scores. And a Christian Pulisic anytime goalscorer position (around +225) is a fun, low-stake way to back the USMNT star. Keep stakes small, especially during a six-week tournament where the temptation to bet every match is high.
- Should I use FanDuel or Fanatics for this match?
- Both are solid legal options and both carry a new-user welcome offer. FanDuel has the deepest soccer market menu and the best same-game-parlay builder, so it is the pick if you want props and SGPs. Fanatics is worth it if you value FanCash, its rewards currency that redeems for team merchandise. Many bettors keep accounts at both to shop the best price on each market and to claim both welcome offers.
Odds are consensus US-sportsbook prices as of 2026-06-12 and move before kickoff; three-way moneylines are for 90 minutes (regulation). This guide is informational, not betting advice. 21+ and present in a state where each book is licensed. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER.