USA triumphs over Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup match in Los Angeles

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USA triumphs over Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup match in Los Angeles
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The United States secured a 4-1 victory against Paraguay in their World Cup match held in Los Angeles on June 13, 2026. The U.S. opened scoring with an own goal by Paraguay's Bobadilla after a play from Pulisic, followed by two goals from Balogun and another from G. Reyna late in the match. Paraguay's only goal came from Mauricio in the second half. The match featured various notable figures in attendance, including Tom Cruise and David Beckham, and a humorous pre-match segment with Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Thierry Henry. The victory marks a significant moment for the U.S. team, with Balogun becoming the first American to score twice in a World Cup match since 1930.

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  • The match took place at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.
  • USA scores four goals, with Balogun netting two.
  • Paraguay's only goal comes from Mauricio in the 73rd minute.
  • Celebrities like Trump and David Beckham were present.
  • Folarin Balogun's brace sets a historical record for U.S. players.
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The United States won their first World Cup match in Los Angeles with an emphatic 4-1 victory over Paraguay, who only managed a few shots in the second half. The rest of the game turned into a real Am...

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