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Damian Bobadilla scores own goal giving USMNT 1-0 lead in World Cup opener

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Last updated Jun 13, 2026

Damian Bobadilla scores own goal giving USMNT 1-0 lead in World Cup opener
Summary

In the opening match of the World Cup, Damian Bobadilla of Paraguay scored an own goal in the seventh minute, giving the United States Men's National Team a 1-0 lead. Paraguay, viewed as underdogs, aimed for an upset but faced an early setback due to Bobadilla's misstep. The match is being held in Los Angeles before a supportive crowd for the USMNT, who are currently ahead. The outcome of the game remains undetermined as it is still in progress.

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  • •Damian Bobadilla scored an own goal in the seventh minute.
  • •The match is part of the ongoing World Cup.
  • •Paraguay was aiming to upset the favored USMNT.
  • •The game is taking place in Los Angeles.
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  • 1:24 AMYahoo Sports — Who scored Paraguay's own goal? Meet Damian Bobadilla, who handed the USMNT a 1-0 lead in World Cup opener
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Here's who had the misfortune of gifting the U.S. with a goal via a Paraguayan boot.

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