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Christian Pulisic Overtakes Cristiano Ronaldo With Incredible World Cup Milestone

The USMNT talisman is putting together a very impressive World Cup resume.

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‘What We Want’—Finally, Canada Feels Like a Soccer Country at the World Cup

Canada’s fabric of cultures came together for a historic performance at the World Cup opener in Toronto.

Sports Illustrated

SPO:Look out Socceroos: US start World Cup with record haul

The United States will be full of confidence when they face Australia at the World Cup next week, having dominated Paraguay in a 4-1 victory.

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Look out Socceroos: US start World Cup with record haul

The United States will be full of confidence when they face Australia at the World Cup next week, having dominated Paraguay in a 4-1 victory.

AAP

US thrash Paraguay 4-1 in dream FIFA World Cup 2026 start

The United States began their World Cup campaign with a dominant 4-1 victory over Paraguay. Folarin Balogun scored twice in the first half, setting a strong tone. Christian Pulisic provided key assists. The US team secured three points, building momentum for upcoming matches. High-profile spectators attended the sold-out event.

The Economic Times

USA vs Paraguay Highlights FIFA World Cup 2026: Balogun leads USMNT charge as USA outclass Paraguay in World Cup opener, check stats, key performers and more

USA vs. Paraguay Highlights: The United States began its FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with a dominant 4-1 victory over Paraguay. Folarin Balogun scored two goals, leading the USMNT's attacking display at SoFi Stadium. Giovanni Reyna added a late spectacular goal. This win gives the Americans crucial points and signals…

The Economic Times

Socceroos fans feel right at home in Vancouver: ‘Like a hilly Melbourne’

An Australian takeover is unfolding in British Columbia as fans pour in for the World Cup, joining the thousands of snow-obsessed expats who live there

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Gridlock Alert issued as Knicks fever collides with NYC area’s first World Cup game in 32 years

The football match kicks off approximately three hours before the Knicks game

The Independent UK

Emotions run high as Turkey return to World Cup stage

Turkey are ready and waiting to handle the expectations of a nation in their first World Cup appearance in 24 years.

AAP

‘I thought – gosh, he’s going to be some player’: the making of England’s Declan Rice

Rejected by Chelsea, honed by West Ham and a league winner at Arsenal, the midfielder has plenty from his footballing journey wishing him well at the World Cup

The Guardian - UK

Injury deprived me of chance to play so I am going to the World Cup to support Brazil

Watching the squad presentation knowing I wasn’t in it was tough, but I have high hopes with Carlo Ancelotti in charge

The Guardian - UK

Glorious failure no more? Scotland dare to dream again

BEING one of the older heads in The National newsroom who remembers Scotland’s last appearance at a World Cup, it feels appropriate to reminisce…

The National (Scotland)

FIFA World Cup 2026: Cristiano Ronaldo wants Portugal focused on good start before talking about title hopes

Cristiano Ronaldo stresses Portugal's focus on a strong World Cup start. The team aims for good results in early matches to secure the group's top spot. Ronaldo believes progression will be step by step. He highlights the importance of a solid beginning for their quest for a first World Cup…

The Economic Times

Everything you missed from day two at World Cup 2026: Partey denied entry, Marsch slammed and Pulisic scare

Co-hosts Canada were held by Bosnia, while USA thrashed Paraguay to begin their World Cup 2026

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Four Takeaways From USMNT’s Record-Breaking World Cup Opener

Mauricio Pochettino’s positivity doesn’t look quite so outlandish anymore.

The Independent UK

USA stoke belief in wildest World Cup dreams after dismantling Paraguay in perfect opener

USA 4-1 Paraguay: Folarin Balogun scored twice as Mauricio Pochettino’s side produced the standout performance of the World Cup so far

The Guardian - US

Tim Ream is World Cup’s first player to benefit from VAR ‘mistaken identity’ check

The USMNT defender became the first player at the World Cup to benefit from the rule, which allows referees to use VAR to overturn incorrect decisions

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What is the ‘mistaken identity’ rule that debuted during USA vs Paraguay?

Fans have been waiting for this rule, now used during USA vs Paraguay, for a long time

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USMNT Player Ratings vs. Paraguay: Pure Domination in World Cup Opener

The U.S. men’s national team got off to a blistering start in the 2026 World Cup on home soil.

The Economic Times

From Arsenal prospect to FIFA World Cup Star: Who is Folarin Balogun? Meet the US star who scored twice in match against Paraguay

Folarin Balogun starred in the United States' 4-1 FIFA World Cup 2026 opening victory over Paraguay, scoring two goals, including a spectacular solo effort. The Brooklyn-born striker, who switched his international allegiance to the US in 2023, has become a key attacking player for the national team.

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: US beat Paraguay 4-1 in dream start for World Cup co-hosts

The United States launched their home World Cup in emphatic fashion Friday, defeating Paraguay 4-1 with a perfectly scripted opening performance to delight a star-studded home crowd in Los Angeles. France-based striker Folarin Balogun scored twice while relentless US pressure led to an early Paraguay own goal from Damian Bobadilla…

France 24

World Cup co-hosts US thrash Paraguay in dominant Group D opener

Team USA made a commanding statement in their World Cup campaign, defeating Paraguay 4-1 in their Group D opener at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. Despite a late Paraguayan rally, the co-hosts' attacking prowess proved too much for La Albirroja, with Folarin Balogun scoring twice to set the tone.

The Guardian - US

USA bulldoze Paraguay as co-hosts romp to victory in World Cup opener

Mauricio Pochettino’s men started their World Cup with a strong performance – and a 4-1 victory – in Los Angeles on Friday

FourFourTwo

England suffer HUGE setback ahead of Croatia game in bizarre World Cup heist

The ramifications of this strange heist against England could be major

AAP

SPO:Socceroos ready to 'spoil the party' after Turkey jabs

After Turkey captain Hakan Calhanoglu said his team should dominate their World Cup opener, Socceroos boss Tony Popovic wants his charges to spoil the party.

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