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USMNT scores four goals to beat Paraguay in World Cup opener

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Last updated Jun 13, 2026

USMNT scores four goals to beat Paraguay in World Cup opener

Summary

The United States men's national team achieved a historic 4-1 victory over Paraguay in their Group D opener at SoFi Stadium on June 13, 2026. This marked the first time the USMNT scored four goals in a World Cup match. Damián Bobadilla's own goal and two first-half strikes from Folarin Balogun set the course for the win. Despite a second-half goal from Paraguay's Maurício, Gio Reyna added a fourth for the hosts in stoppage time. The result positions the USMNT favorably in Group D, with a match against Australia upcoming on June 19.

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Status Watch

•USMNT defeats Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup Group D match.
•Folarin Balogun scores twice in the first half.
•Gio Reyna adds a late goal in stoppage time.
•USMNT's next match is against Australia on June 19.
•Christian Pulisic's injury is reported as precautionary.

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What they're saying

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The United States made history at SoFi Stadium by scoring four goals in a World Cup match for the first time, dismantling Paraguay 4-1 in its Group D opener. This was the kind of opening night the USMNT needed at a home World Cup.
— Yahoo Sports

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USA fans let themselves believe after the USMNT opened its home World Cup campaign with a 4-1 demolition of Paraguay at SoFi Stadium. The result was not just comfortable.
— Yahoo Sports