Team USA opened their World Cup campaign with a decisive 3-1 victory over Paraguay. The match took place at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, where the co-hosts displayed significant attacking strength. Folarin Balogun led the charge for the United States, scoring two goals to secure the lead. While Paraguay attempted a late rally to get back into the game, they were unable to overcome the American offense. This result marks a strong start for the USA in Group D. The victory establishes early momentum for the co-hosts as they progress in the tournament.