USA defeats Paraguay 4‑1 in opening World Cup match on home soil
The United States opened its World Cup campaign on home soil with a commanding 4‑1 win over Paraguay. Folarin Balogun struck twice in the first half, giving the Americans a three‑goal cushion.
Christian Pulisic delivered an assist and orchestrated the attack throughout the half. In added time of the second half, Gio Reyna scored the fourth goal, sealing the victory.
The result marks the widest opening‑match margin for the U. S.
in a World Cup and sets a confident tone for the tournament.
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