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US rout Paraguay to open World Cup campaign

The United States opened their World Cup campaign with a 4-1 thrashing of Paraguay on Friday, ​while co-hosts Canada salvaged a 1-1 draw against Bosnia and Herzegovina to secure their first-ever point in the tournament after winless campaigns in 1986 and 2022.

Bangkok Post · Jun 13

USA stoke belief in wildest World Cup dreams after dismantling Paraguay in perfect opener

USA 4-1 Paraguay: Folarin Balogun scored twice as Mauricio Pochettino’s side produced the standout performance of the World Cup so far

The Independent UK · Jun 13

Mexico Player Ratings vs. Paraguay: El Tri in Complete Disarray Heading Into World Cup

Mexico enter a World Cup year carrying a six-game winless streak, scoring just four goals in their last five games.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 19, 2025