Jun 13, 2026 - Sports

U.S. routs Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup opener

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U.S. team players Christ Richards and Folarin Balogun celebrated in the U.S. team's 4-1 win over Paraguay.

Folarin Balogun and Chris Richards celebrate after Balogun scored the U.S.'s third goal against Paraguay in the World Cup Friday night. Photo: John Dorton/USSF/Getty Images

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