USA leads Paraguay 3-0 at halftime in World Cup opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 2:03 AM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
The United States men’s national team (USMNT) took on Paraguay in their 2026 World Cup opener. The match, held in Los Angeles, saw the USMNT dominate the first half, scoring three goals. Christian Pulisic assisted on two goals, including an own goal by Paraguay's Damián Bobadilla. Folarin Balogun scored two goals, with the second coming shortly after his initial attempt was ruled offsides. The USMNT holds a commanding lead as they head into the second half.
- •USMNT scored three goals before halftime against Paraguay
- •Pulisic assisted on two goals, contributing significantly to the lead
- •Balogun scored his first two World Cup goals
- •Match taking place in Los Angeles as part of the tournament opener
- 2:03 AMYahoo Sports — Watch every USA World Cup goal vs. Paraguay, including Christian Pulisic and Folarin Balogun’s magic moments
"Has the USMNT ever played this well before?
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