The Brief Weston McKennie is in the starting lineup for the United States' first World Cup game against Paraguay on Friday night. Hailing from Little Elm, his mother Tina remembers the moment McKennie's dream of starring for the USMNT began during the 2006 FIFA World Cup. McKennie grew his game for the F.C. Dallas Academy before going pro in Europe and eventually being named to the USMNT roster. LITTLE ELM, Texas - USMNT star Weston McKennie will start for the U.S. in their first World Cup game.