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U.S. beats Paraguay in opener on Balogun double

The United States cruised past Paraguay to open its home World Cup campaign with a statement victory in front of a galaxy of Los Angeles stars.
Jun 12, 2026, 11:23 pm - ESPN News Services

Match Timeline

United States
Paraguay
  • KO
  • 7
  • 10
  • 31
  • 45+5
  • HT
  • 45
  • 45
  • 53
  • 59
  • 62
  • 72
  • 73
  • 79
  • 79
  • 80
  • 82
  • 88
  • 90+3
  • 90+8
  • FT

Match Commentary

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Match ends, USA 4, Paraguay 1.
90'+9'
Second Half ends, USA 4, Paraguay 1.
90'+8'
Goal! USA 4, Paraguay 1. Giovanni Reyna (USA) right footed shot from the centre of the box to the bottom left corner. Assisted by Alex Freeman.
Match Stats
USAPAR
Possession
65.3%
34.765.3
34.7%
Shots on Goal
6
1
Shot Attempts
16
9
Yellow Cards
1
5
Corner Kicks
3
1
Saves
1
3
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