USMNT Beats Paraguay 4-1 in 2026 World Cup Opener
The USMNT kicked off the home 2026 World Cup with a historic 4-1 victory over Paraguay, fueled by a dominant first-half performance. Folarin Balogun scored twice while Christian Pulisic orchestrated the attack, leading the team to a commanding 3-0 halftime lead.
Gio Reyna added a late goal in stoppage time to secure the emphatic win, marking the team's largest margin of victory in a World Cup match. Southern California fans were thrilled by the aggressive display and the team's clinical finishing.
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