On Friday, June 12, 2026, the United States men's national soccer team (USMNT) achieved a historic milestone by scoring four goals in a World Cup match for the first time ever.

In front of an enthusiastic home crowd of 70,492 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, the USMNT secured a commanding 4-1 victory over Paraguay, marking a record-breaking and explosive opening match for their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign.

This remarkable scoring display showcased the innovative and aggressive attacking strategy of new manager Mauricio Pochettino:

7th Minute (1-0): The U.S. made an early breakthrough when a dangerous cross from Weston McKennie deflected off Paraguayan midfielder Damián Bobadilla, resulting in an own goal.

31st Minute (2-0): Striker Folarin Balogun netted his first World Cup goal with a precise finish fol ...