World Cup 2026: Balogun's brace powers USA past Paraguay in Group D opener
Summary
The United States soccer team won their opening game at the 2026 World Cup, beating Paraguay 4-1 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. Folarin Balogun scored two goals, and Gio Reyna added another to help the co-hosts take a strong lead in Group D.Key Facts
- The match was the first game of the 2026 World Cup held on U.S. soil.
- The United States co-hosts are Mexico, Canada, and the U.S.
- The U.S. scored early with an own goal by Paraguay’s Damian Bobadilla.
- Folarin Balogun scored two goals for the U.S.
- Gio Reyna scored the fourth goal in stoppage time.
- The U.S. controlled most of the first half, holding 75% possession.
- Christian Pulisic, a key U.S. player, left the game at halftime due to injury.
- Paraguay scored a late goal through substitute Maurício.
- The win puts the U.S. in a strong position to advance from Group D, which also includes Australia and Turkey.
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