Match Summary: USA 4 – 1 Paraguay
Co-hosts the United States made a historic statement in their FIFA World Cup opener, dismantling Paraguay 4-1 at Los Angeles Stadium. Under the lights in Southern California, Mauricio Pochettino's side played with an aggressive attack and blistering pace that completely overwhelmed the South American defense.
### First Half: Blitz in Los Angeles
The Americans established control immediately, capitalizing on brilliant playmaking from Christian Pulisic.