WC 2026 ⚽ · 13 June 2026
USA win 4-1 against Paraguay in opener
Fans saw a strong start to Group D as the co-host side took three points from its first match in Los Angeles. On 13 June 2026, the United States beat Paraguay 4-1, with Folarin Balogun scoring twice and Giovanni Reyna adding a late goal. Paraguay's Damian Bobadilla put through his own net after seven minutes, while Mauricio scored their only goal in the 73rd minute.
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