No Trump, but perfect start for USA as they outplay Paraguay in 4-1 win

The United States team kicked off their World Cup campaign with a resounding 4-1 victory against Paraguay, showcasing an irresistible first-half performance. The team shook off the pressure of hosting the tournament, leaving the outplayed Paraguayan visitors three goals behind by halftime.

Despite the much-publicized absence of President Donald Trump, who was invited by Paraguayan President Santiago Peña to attend, the match proceeded without him. Trump cited other commitments, including the war with Iran, his 80th birthday, and preparations for a UFC event. The UFC extravaganza, marketed as a celebration of America 250, has competed for attention with the World Cup, sparking debates about the appropriateness of violent entertainment.

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you’ve got a real good chance of going all the way

The article also touches on the issue of stadium attendance. Although FIFA claimed the match was a sell-out, many seats in the large, oval Sofi Stadium appeared empty. This follows a pattern observed in the opening 48 hours of the tournament, where empty seats have been a recurring theme.

Prior to the match, Trump had a phone call with coach Mauricio Pochettino, expressing his belief that the USA team had a "real good chance of going all the way." He also praised Pochettino as a "fantastic guy, a fantastic coach."

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a fantastic guy, a fantastic coach