USA Dominates Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup Group Stage Opener
June 13, 2026 · By yayscore Newsroom
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The United States men's national team secured a dominant 4-1 victory over Paraguay in their opening World Cup group stage fixture, showcasing strong attacking prowess.
The USA began their World Cup campaign with a strong performance against Paraguay. An early own goal from Damian Bobadilla in the 7th minute set the tone, followed by a clinical finish from Folarin Balogun just after the half-hour mark, assisted by Christian Pulisic. The home side asserted control with significant ball possession throughout the match.
Balogun continued his impressive form, netting his second goal in the 50th minute, extending the lead to 3-0. Paraguay managed to pull one back through Julio Enciso in the 73rd minute, offering a brief moment of hope. However, the USA quickly re-established their dominance.
The turning point came late in the game when Giovanni Reyna, subbed on in the 82nd minute, scored a decisive goal in the 98th minute, capping off a commanding 4-1 victory. Paraguay struggled with discipline, accumulating five yellow cards, contrasting with the USA's single booking.
This victory puts the USA in a strong position in their group, demonstrating their attacking capabilities and laying down a marker for their World Cup ambitions. Paraguay will need to regroup quickly to stand a chance of progression after a disappointing start.