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US Opens Its Home World Cup With a Dynamic 4-1 Victory Over Paraguay
Folarin Balogun fired his second goal into the top far corner of Paraguay’s net and then led his American teammates to the corner of their home stadium, reveling in the frenzy created by their historic first half at their World Cup opener.
TL;DR
- The U.S. achieved its biggest World Cup win with a 4-1 victory over Paraguay in their home opener.
- Folarin Balogun scored two goals, marking the first multi-goal performance by a U.S. player in the tournament since 1930.
- Christian Pulisic was instrumental in the offense, providing assists and creating scoring opportunities.
- Gio Reyna scored in second-half injury time, contributing to the team's record four goals in a World Cup match.
- The team played under coach Mauricio Pochettino's creative system in front of a large and enthusiastic crowd in Los Angeles.