USA starts World Cup with 4-1 victory over Paraguay in LA

The United States launched its World Cup campaign with a convincing 4-1 victory against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on June 12, 2026. Goals from Giovanni Reyna, Folarin Balogun, and an own goal by Paraguay highlighted a dominant display from the US team. Christian Pulisic, who was substituted at halftime as a precaution, emphasized the importance of this victory as the beginning of a longer journey. Coach Mauricio Pochettino noted that while the performance was commendable, it is only one game. The opening ceremony featured a performance by Katy Perry, and the audience included prominent figures such as Tom Cruise and Leonardo DiCaprio. Canada's match against Bosnia and Herzegovina ended in a 1-1 draw in another Group D fixture.

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