USA vs Paraguay — World Cup 2026 Group D

Group DFull Time
🇺🇸USAFIFA #16
4–1
🇵🇾ParaguayFIFA #40
⚽ D. Bobadilla (OG) 7'⚽ F. Balogun 31'⚽ F. Balogun 45'🟨 T. Adams 59'⚽ G. Reyna 90'
10' J. Caceres 🟨53' M. Almiron 🟨73' Mauricio ⚽79' D. Gomez 🟨88' A. Arce 🟨90' J. Alonso 🟨

WC Pedigree

Titles
Apps
11
Goals
36
Best: 3rd Place (1930)
Titles
Apps
8
Goals
30
Best: Quarter-finals (2010)
SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA

Match Recap

The United States defeated Paraguay 4-1 in Group D, with Folarin Balogun scoring a brace, including his first goal in the 31st minute. This victory sees the USA competing alongside Australia and Turkey in the group.

Generated 2026-07-17 12:12 UTC

AI-assisted analysis — may contain inaccuracies

Preview

Match Preview

The USA, playing at home, kick off their World Cup campaign against Paraguay. With a talented squad and home advantage, the USMNT aims for a strong start in what could be a historic tournament for them.

Watch how the USA tries to score goals with fast players, and how Paraguay tries to stop them. Pay attention to who gets the ball in dangerous attacking positions and who makes key saves.

Christian Mate PulišićvsMiguel Almirón
Haji Amir WrightvsGustavo Gómez

For the USA, this is a crucial opening match to build momentum in a manageable group. Paraguay, in a tough group, will see this as an opportunity to surprise and potentially secure a vital point.

The USA, playing at home, will likely aim for an attacking style, leveraging their dynamic squad. Paraguay is expected to be defensively solid, looking to frustrate the USMNT and capitalize on any opportunities.