U.S. soccer team dominates Paraguay in World Cup opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 3:06 AM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
The U.S. men's national soccer team secured an impressive 4-1 victory over Paraguay in their World Cup opener on June 12 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. Christian Pulisic assisted on two goals, while Folarin Balogun scored twice during his World Cup debut. The U.S. was aggressive from the start, with a goal credited to Paraguayan midfielder Damián Bobadilla in the seventh minute, followed by Balogun's goals in the 31st minute and just before halftime. Gio Reyna added the fourth goal in the final moments. The U.S. team will next face Australia in Seattle in a crucial group-stage match on June 16, where a draw would likely propel them to the round of 32.
- •U.S. wins 4-1 against Paraguay on June 12.
- •Christian Pulisic assists on two goals.
- •Folarin Balogun scores twice in his World Cup debut.
- •U.S. controlled possession for nearly 60 minutes.
- •Next match against Australia is set for June 16.
- 3:06 AMYahoo Sports — Christian Pulisic, Folarin Balogun lead U.S. to impressive World Cup win over Paraguay
"Christian Pulisic sets up two goals and Folarin Balogun scores twice behind an impressive offensive showcase by the U.S. in a 4-1 World Cup win over Paraguay.
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