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Dallas Cowboys criticized as USA Soccer nets historic win in World Cup opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 1:40 PM

Last updated Jun 13, 2026

Dallas Cowboys criticized as USA Soccer nets historic win in World Cup opener

Summary

The United States Men’s National Team opened the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a 4-1 victory over Paraguay on June 13. Folarin Balogun scored two goals for the USA before halftime. Sports commentator Skip Bayless drew a comparison between Paraguay's defensive breakdown and the Cowboys' struggles during the 2025 NFL season. The Cowboys' defense allowed significant yardage and points last year, prompting hopes for improvement with new player Caleb Downs joining the roster.

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By the Numbers

•USA leads 4-1 against Paraguay in World Cup opener.
•Folarin Balogun nets two goals before halftime.
•Skip Bayless compares Paraguay's defense to 2025 Cowboys' struggles.
•Cowboys' defense ranked last in several categories last season.
•Caleb Downs joins Cowboys to help address defensive issues.

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1:40 PMYahoo Sports — Jerry Jones takes heat after Cowboys defense gets dragged into World Cup talk

What they're saying

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Jerry Jones and the Dallas Cowboys earned a jab after the United States Men’s National Team opened the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Friday with a 4-1 win.
— Yahoo Sports

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