USMNT routs Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup opener in Los Angeles
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 3:49 AM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
The US Men's National Soccer Team (USMNT) opened its 2026 World Cup campaign with a decisive 4-1 victory against Paraguay on June 13 in Los Angeles. Folarin Balogun scored twice in the first half, showcasing the team's attacking prowess. Christian Pulisic and Malik Tillman also contributed significantly, with Pulisic providing one assist and Tillman setting up Balogun's third goal. The USMNT's tactical setup allowed for fluid attacking movements, and the team dominated throughout the first half. The next match will further test the team's momentum and strategy in the tournament.
- •USMNT scored four goals against Paraguay in World Cup opener
- •Folarin Balogun netted two goals in the first half
- •Christian Pulisic provided an assist and was influential
- •Malik Tillman assisted Balogun's third goal
- •Next match will continue the USMNT's World Cup journey
- 4:40 AMESPN — USMNT player ratings: Balogun, Pulisic team-best p...
- 3:39 AMCBS Sports — USMNT Player Ratings: Folarin Balogun has arrived; Weston McKennie, Christian Pulisic dominate Paraguay
- 3:17 AMYahoo Sports — USMNT player ratings: Balogun, Pulisic, Tillman shine as USA routs Paraguay
"The USMNT is off to a flying start at the 2026 World Cup after beating Paraguay 4-1 on Friday, as Folarin Balogun scored twice in the first half and Gio Reyna put the exclamation point on a perfect night in Los Angeles.
"In the USMNT's World Cup-opening win, Folarin Balogun and Christian Pulisic share the spotlight as the team's best players.
"Here are our ratings for every USMNT player that saw the pitch in the emphatic 4-1 win over Paraguay to open the World Cup
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External links- ESPNJun 13, 2026, 4:40 AMUSMNT player ratings: Balogun, Pulisic team-best p...
In the USMNT's World Cup-opening win, Folarin Balogun and Christian Pulisic share the spotlight as the team's best players.
- CBS SportsJun 13, 2026, 3:39 AMUSMNT Player Ratings: Folarin Balogun has arrived; Weston McKennie, Christian Pulisic dominate Paraguay
Here are our ratings for every USMNT player that saw the pitch in the emphatic 4-1 win over Paraguay to open the World Cup
- Yahoo SportsJun 13, 2026, 3:17 AMUSMNT player ratings: Balogun, Pulisic, Tillman shine as USA routs Paraguay
The USMNT is off to a flying start at the 2026 World Cup after beating Paraguay 4-1 on Friday, as Folarin Balogun scored twice in the first half and Gio Reyna put the exclamation point on a perfect night in Los Angeles.
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