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Folarin Balogun leads USMNT with two goals in World Cup opener

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 2:10 PM

Last updated Jun 13, 2026

Folarin Balogun leads USMNT with two goals in World Cup opener
Summary

Folarin Balogun scored twice in the U.S. men's national team's 4-1 victory over Paraguay during their World Cup opener on June 13 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. The win marked a strong start for the USMNT in the tournament, showcasing a robust offensive performance. Christian Pulisic praised Balogun's lethal abilities, while Balogun expressed joy about fulfilling his World Cup dream on home soil. The match featured an early goal from Damian Bobadilla (own goal) and a relentless first half from the U.S., which culminated in a three-goal lead before Paraguay pulled one back in the second half.

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  • •Balogun scored twice in a 4-1 victory over Paraguay.
  • •The match took place at SoFi Stadium on June 13.
  • •U.S. took an early lead after an own goal by Damian Bobadilla.
  • •Balogun's goals signify a strong start for the USMNT in the tournament.
  • •Christian Pulisic and teammates praised Balogun's impact on the game.
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  • 2:10 PMCBS Sports — USMNT praise Folarin Balogun after statement win: 'Where do I start without just trying to kiss his ass?'
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Balogun scored twice in the USMNT's 4-1 win on Friday, when he made his World Cup debut

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