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Evening Standard
Evening Standard
Jamie Gardner and Michael Howie

USA turn on World Cup style with 4-1 demolition of Paraguay in front of Beckhams and galaxy of Hollywood stars

The United States pulverised Paraguay as they opened their home World Cup campaign with a statement victory in front of a galaxy of stars including former England captain David Beckham and Tom Cruise.

Monaco forward Folarin Balogun, a former England Under-21 international, scored two well-taken first-half goals as Mauricio Pochettino’s side served early notice of their capabilities in a convincing 4-1 win.

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