play against

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The tournament then heads north on Friday, with Canada facing Bosnia-Herzegovina in Toronto before the United States opens Group D play against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Haiti are returning to the World Cup for the first time since 1974 and they are set to play against Scotland, who are also making a comeback after 28 years.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

The Rams will play seven prime-time games in 2026 and won’t play against the Seattle Seahawks in an NFC championship game rematch until Christmas night.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

"She is one of the best in the WSL no doubt, so difficult to play against and she does defensive work too."

From BBC • May 2, 2026

“What makes you say that? I just play against other beginners.”

From "Warcross" by Marie Lu