Balogun's brace leads US to dominant win over Paraguay
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Folarin Balogun scored twice to lead the United States to a 4-1 victory over Paraguay in Los Angeles.
- The match was part of the lead-up to the 2026 World Cup.
- The US team's other goals included an own goal by Damiรกn Bobadilla and a strike by Giovanni Reyna.
Folarin Balogun spearheaded the United States' dominant 4-1 victory against Paraguay in Los Angeles, marking a strong performance in the lead-up to the 2026 World Cup. The U.S. striker netted two goals, showcasing his attacking prowess and contributing significantly to the team's convincing win at SoFi Stadium.
The American side's comfortable margin was further bolstered by an own goal from Paraguay's Damiรกn Bobadilla and a well-placed strike from Giovanni Reyna. These goals effectively sealed the match for the United States, demonstrating their offensive capabilities and coordination.
Paraguay managed to score a single goal through Mauricio Magalhaes, but it proved to be a mere consolation as the U.S. team controlled the game. The match served as an important fixture for the U.S. team as they continue their preparations for the upcoming World Cup, allowing players to gain valuable match experience and build team chemistry.
Originally published by Cooperativa in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.