U.S. Men Defeat Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup Opener

U.S. Men Defeat Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup Opener

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The United States men's national soccer team opened its host-nation 2026 World Cup against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium, NPR reported. The match marked the first group-stage game of the tournament for both sides. The U. S. roster featured several players who compete in top European leagues, according to the same report.

In the ensuing game, the United States defeated Paraguay 4-1, with forward Folarin Balogun scoring twice, Yahoo Sports noted. Bleacher Report added that the tally also included an own-goal by the Paraguayan side. The New York Times said the victory unfolded before a crowd of about 70,000 and represented the first time the U. S. scored four goals in a World Cup match.

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June 13, 2026
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U.S. Men’s Team Wins 4-1 Over Paraguay in 2026 World Cup Opener
U.S. Men’s Team Wins 4-1 Over Paraguay in 2026 World Cup Opener

The New York Times • 13 Jun 14:09

The United States defeated Paraguay 4-1 before 70,000 fans at SoFi Stadium, marking the first four-goal performance by the U.S. in a World Cup match.

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U.S. Men’s National Team Beats Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup Opener
U.S. Men’s National Team Beats Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup Opener

Bleacher Report • 13 Jun 05:31

The United States opened its 2026 World Cup campaign with a 4-1 victory over Paraguay at Sofi Stadium, highlighted by two goals from forward Folarin Balogun and an own-goal.

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U.S. Men’s National Team defeats Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup opener
U.S. Men’s National Team defeats Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup opener

New York Post • 13 Jun 05:04

The United States opened Group D with a 4-1 victory over Paraguay in Los Angeles, with Folarin Balogun scoring twice in his World Cup debut.

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U.S. defeats Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup opener with Balogun scoring twice
U.S. defeats Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup opener with Balogun scoring twice

Yahoo Sports • 13 Jun 03:29

The United States opened Group D with a 4-1 victory over Paraguay at SoFi Stadium, highlighted by Folarin Balogun's two goals in his World Cup debut.

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June 12, 2026
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U.S. men's soccer team opens 2026 World Cup against Paraguay
U.S. men's soccer team opens 2026 World Cup against Paraguay

NPR • 12 Jun 09:00

The United States opens its host-nation World Cup campaign on Friday with a group-stage match against Paraguay, featuring a squad with several players active in top European leagues.

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