USAvPAR RECAP: USMNT opens FIFA World Cup 2026™ with dominant 4-1 victory over Paraguay

The United States Men's National Team defeated Paraguay 4-1 on Friday night at Los Angeles Stadium in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Group D opener. Folarin Balogun scored a brace, while a Paraguay own goal and a Gio Reyna goal rounded out the scoring for the USMNT, with Maurício netting a consolation for Paraguay. The victory came on Matchday 1 of Group D, giving the USA a strong start to the tournament on home soil.