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USA Thrashes Paraguay 4-1 in 2026 World Cup Opener

USA Thrashes Paraguay 4-1 in 2026 World Cup Opener

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The United States Men’s National Team delivered an emphatic 4-1 victory over Paraguay to open their 2026 World Cup campaign on June 12, 2026. Played at a packed Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood, California, before 70,492 fans, the match marked a dominant start for the tournament co-hosts. The evening began with a high-energy opening ceremony featuring musical performances by Katy Perry, Future, and Tyla, setting a festive tone for the home crowd.The Americans seized control early, taking the lead in the 7th minute when a cross from Weston McKennie was inadvertently turned into the net by Paraguay's Damián Bobadilla for an own goal. Despite an early scare where Antonio Sanabria forced a save from U.S. goalkeeper Matt Freese, the first half was characterized by relentless American pressure. Folarin Balogun doubled the lead in the 31st minute, clinical finishing a through ball from Christian Pulisic. Just before the halftime whistle, Balogun struck again, receiving a pass from Malik Tillman and firing a left-footed shot into the top corner to make it 3-0. This performance made Balogun only the second American to score multiple goals in a single World Cup game.Tactically, the U.S. was superior throughout the first half, leading in completed dribbles (15-3), touches in the opposing box (26-2), and completed passes (293-91). Defender Chris Richards achieved a rare feat, completing all 83 of his attempted passes, the highest 100% accuracy rate recorded in a World Cup match since 1966. However, the U.S. faced a setback when captain Christian Pulisic was substituted at halftime as a precaution after taking a kick to the calf.Paraguay showed signs of life in the second half, bolstered by the introduction of attacking midfielder Maurício, who replaced Bobadilla. In the 73rd minute, Maurício capitalized on a defensive breakdown to fire a low shot past Freese, bringing the score to 3-1. The match also saw a significant moment for officiating technology when a yellow card initially given to U.S. defender Tim Ream was withdrawn following a VAR review, which instead penalized Paraguay’s Miguel Almirón for simulation.The U.S. regained their composure late in the game, and in the 98th minute, substitute Gio Reyna sealed the 4-1 victory with an exquisite outside-of-the-boot strike. Folarin Balogun was named Man of the Match for his brace. While the result was a triumph, coach Mauricio Pochettino must manage disciplinary concerns, as midfielder Tyler Adams received a yellow card that could lead to a suspension if he receives another in group play.With this win, the United States sits at the top of Group D. Their next match is scheduled for June 19 against Australiain Seattle, while Paraguay will attempt to rebound against Turkey on the same day in Santa Clara. The Americans’ victory reinforces their historical trend of advancing to the knockout rounds whenever they win or draw their opening match.

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