Live Updates: U.S. vs. Paraguay World Cup Match

The United States is hosting its first World Cup match in 32 years at SoFi Stadium, taking on Paraguay. The game is currently live on Fox and Telemundo.

Match Action

U.S. in Control: As the game progresses into the second half, the United States maintains a strong hold with a lead over Paraguay. Christian Pulisic was subbed out for Sebastian Berhalter at halftime, with no clear reason as yet.

Early Goals: In the opening minutes, Christian Pulisic set up an early lead by breaking through defenders and passing to Weston McKennie, whose play resulted in an own goal from Paraguay’s Damian Bobadilla.

Increasing Lead: Folarin Balogun extended the lead to 3-0 by halftime with two goals, assisted by Pulisic. His sprint and precision shot in stoppage time marked the first three-goal halftime lead in U.S. World Cup history.

Paraguay Strikes Back: In the 73rd minute, Paraguay’s Mauricio managed to score, cutting into the U.S. lead after a well-executed play.

Pre-Match Celebrations

The World Cup opening ceremony featured performances by Katy Perry, Future, and other artists at Los Angeles Stadium. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio was present along with FIFA officials, contributing to the ceremony’s grandeur.

Fan Atmosphere

Thousands of fans, clad in national colors, gathered at SoFi Stadium for this significant event. Despite parking and alcohol sale issues, the general mood was one of excitement and celebration.

Historical Context

This World Cup edition marks the return of the tournament to North America, shared by the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. It features 48 teams and 104 matches across 16 venues over 39 days.

The U.S. team is hoping to advance beyond previous quarter-final appearances, while Canada and Mexico have their sights set on achieving significant success in the tournament.