USMNT v Paraguay World Cup Postgame Show Presented By Soccer.com
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The United States opened its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign in style, defeating Paraguay 4-1 in one of the most impressive performances in modern USMNT history.
David Gass and Michele Giannone break down Christian Pulisic's starring role, standout performances from Malik Tillman and Folarin Balogun, Mauricio Pochettino's impact, and what the statement victory means for the Americans' chances of making a deep run on home soil.
Plus, was this the best World Cup performance the U.S. has produced in the modern era?
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