The United States beat Paraguay 4-1 in the Group D opener of the World Cup 2026 at Los Angeles Stadium on Friday. Multiple outlets report that Folarin Balogun scores twice, including both goals in the first half, to give the USA an early advantage. Paraguay is beaten decisively as the match ends with a four-goal margin for the USA. The game is described as a rout, with the two-goal contribution by Balogun highlighted as a key factor in the result. The victory places the USA on a winning start in Group D, while Paraguay suffers a losing opening match. All coverage agrees on the scoreline, the opponent, the stage of the competition (Group D opener), the venue and city (Los Angeles), and that Balogun provides a brace that steers the USA to the win.
Folarin Balogun’s brace lifts USA to 4-1 win over Paraguay in Group D opener
The United States beat Paraguay 4-1 in the Group D opener of the World Cup 2026 at Los Angeles Stadium on Friday. Multiple outlets report that Folarin Balogun scores twice, including both goals in the...
- The USA defeats Paraguay 4-1 in the World Cup 2026 Group D opener.
- Folarin Balogun scores two goals (a brace) for the United States.
- Balogun’s goals come in the first half.
- The match is played at Los Angeles Stadium in Los Angeles.
- The result is reported as a convincing win for the USA.
Folarin Balogun’s two first-half goals helped secure a 4-1 victory over Paraguay in the Group D opener on Friday at Los Angeles Stadium.
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