USA start World Cup in style - but will they finally join the elite?

The United States men's national team began their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with an impressive 4-1 victory over Paraguay on Saturday, June 13, at Los Angeles Stadium. The USA scored three goals in a dominant first half before Gio Reyna added a sublime fourth in stoppage time. The match was part of the USA's role as co-hosts of the 2026 World Cup, with the opening event featuring a performance by Katy Perry and celebrity attendees including Tom Cruise.