Bangkok: The result of the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage, matchday 1, Group D, between co-hosts USA and Paraguay, at the SoFai Stadium: The home team, the United States, showcased their strength from the start of the game, maintaining control over possession and quickly taking the lead with an own goal by Paraguayan player Damian Bobadilla within the first 7 minutes.
According to Thai News Agency, the United States continued to build on their momentum, adding two more goals before the end of the first half. Folarin Balogun scored in the 31st minute and again in injury time (45+5), giving the hosts a significant 3-0 lead over Paraguay.
Paraguay managed to respond in the second half, narrowing the gap to 3-1 with a goal from substitute Mauricio in the 73rd minute. However, any hopes of a comeback were dashed when Giovanni Reyna scored for the United States in injury time (90+8), securing a decisive 4-1 victory.
The United States kicked off their 2026 World Cup campaign successfully, firmly establishing their presence in Group D with this commanding win over Paraguay.