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USA power past Paraguay in opener
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USA power past Paraguay in opener

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The United States soccer team, led by coach Mauricio Pochettino, secured a dominant 4-1 victory over Paraguay in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
  • The U.S. team established a strong lead in the first half, scoring three goals, including a brace from Folarin Balogun.
  • The win marks an ideal start for the host nation in the tournament.

The United States soccer team kicked off their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a resounding 4-1 victory against Paraguay. Playing on home soil, the team delivered a performance that ignited enthusiasm among fans, setting an optimal scenario for their World Cup journey.

Under the guidance of coach Mauricio Pochettino, the U.S. squad established a commanding presence early in the match. They secured a significant lead in the first half, netting three goals. Folarin Balogun was instrumental, scoring twice to give the hosts a comfortable advantage by halftime.

Paraguay showed some resilience in the second half, managing to pull a goal back in the 73rd minute. However, any hopes of a comeback were swiftly dashed when substitute Gio Reyna sealed the dominant performance with a goal in stoppage time, capping off a convincing win for the United States.

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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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