Paraguay Scores First Goal Against USA in World Cup 2026 Match

In a thrilling match at Sofi Stadium in Los Angeles, Paraguay narrowed the gap against the United States by scoring their first goal during the ongoing group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Mauricio netted Paraguay’s goal in the 71st minute with a powerful shot from inside the box, bringing the score to 3-1.

The match kicked off on Thursday evening, with the tournament set to conclude on July 19. A total of 48 teams from various continents are competing in this year’s World Cup.

Today’s game between the USA and Paraguay began at 4:00 AM local time in Egypt and Saudi Arabia, and at 5:00 AM in the UAE.

USA’s Lineup Against Paraguay in World Cup 2026

Goalkeeper: Freese.

Defense: Freeman, Richards, Ream, Dest, Robinson.

Midfield: Adams, McKennie, Tillman.

Forward: Pulisic, Balogun.

Paraguay’s Lineup Against USA in World Cup 2026

Goalkeeper: Gil.

Defense: Caceres Gomez, Alderete, Alonso.

Midfield: Diego, Cubas, Bobadilla.

Forward: Almiron, Sanabria, Enciso.

The draw for the World Cup held at the John F. Kennedy Center in Washington placed Paraguay in Group D alongside teams from the USA, Australia, and Turkey.