United States beats Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup opener

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Last updated Jun 13, 2026

United States beats Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup opener
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The United States Men’s National Soccer Team opened their World Cup campaign with a 4-1 victory over Paraguay on June 12 at SoFi Stadium in California. The U.S. built a 3-0 lead by halftime, with forward Folarin Balogun scoring twice, including a goal from an early Paraguay own goal. Gio Reyna added a fourth goal in the second half. The match featured a star-studded audience, including celebrities like Tom Cruise, Leonardo DiCaprio, and David Beckham. The U.S. will play their next match against Australia on June 19 in Seattle.

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  • U.S. secured an emphatic 4-1 win over Paraguay.
  • Folarin Balogun scored two goals.
  • Match occurred at SoFi Stadium on June 12.
  • Celebrities including Tom Cruise and David Beckham attended.
  • Next match against Australia is scheduled for June 19.
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The United States beat Paraguay 4-1 in its World Cup opener as multiple celebrities watched the game.

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