Australia and Turkey begin their campaign tomorrow evening, but let’s just confirm how Group D looks after tonight’s result:
1. United States – 3 points, +3 GD
2. Australia – 0 points, 0 GD
3. Turkey – 0 points, 0 GD
4. Paraguay – 0 points, -3 GD
Will Castle13 June 2026 04:50
Pochettino: No risk taken with Pulisic
Mauricio Pochettino has provided an update on Christian Pulisic’s fitness after bringing off his star winger at half-time.
“He received a kick in his calf and he felt tight at the end of the first half,” he said. “We didn’t want to take any risks.
“It was difficult for him to walk but hope that it is not a big issue and he can be ready for the next one.”
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Will Castle13 June 2026 04:40
Folarin Balogun for golden boot?
Folarin Balogun has taken the lead in the World Cup golden boot race!
Yes, there have only been five games. But the US striker is nevertheless the first to strike brace this tournament, meaning he leaps above all to the top of the goalscoring charts.
May need a fair few more to stay there, mind you.
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Will Castle13 June 2026 04:30
Christian Pulisic sparks injury scare for USA after coming off following superb World Cup performance
Christian Pulisic has sparked concern over an injury problem for the USA after his superb first-half display in the Group D World Cup 2026 opener against Paraguay.
But the USA coach removed his talisman at the break, with a lack of clarity as to why, with some suggesting Pochettino was keen to rest the No 10.
Will Castle13 June 2026 04:20
USA make World Cup statement in Paraguay demolition
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Will Castle13 June 2026 04:12
The USA secured the perfect start to their World Cup 2026 campaign against a poor Paraguay side with Christian Pulisic and Folarin Balogun integral for the impressive hosts.
The intense pace set by Mauricio Pochettino’s side caused havoc for the South Americans, with an Damian Bobadilla own-goal handing the hosts the lead. And the second soon followed, with Pulisic racing away down the left and cutting back to Balogun, who made no mistake with a clinical finish. The Monaco striker then hammered home a third to complete a remarkable first-half performance.
Pulisic would come off at the break, with doubts over the reasons behind Pochettino’s decision, and Paraguay’s Mauricio pulled a goal back in the second half to spark hopes of a famous comeback. But Gio Reyna ensured the hosts ended the match on a high, beautifully bending in with the outside of his foot to add the USA’s fourth with the last kick of the game.
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Will Castle13 June 2026 04:08
There goes the final whistle!
An incredible performance from the hosts.
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Will Castle13 June 2026 04:05
GOAL! USA 4-1 Paraguay (Reyna, 90+8′)
THE PERFECT END TO THE PERFECT BEGINNING!
A stunning trivela finish from Gio Reyna takes the US over the four-goal barrier, the first time they’ve achieved the feat in a World Cup match in their history.
Will Castle13 June 2026 04:03
90+7 mins: The Americans are ending with a flurry. McKennie comes down the left and tries to find Pepi as they look for a fourth, but Alderete is there to head out for a throw.
Will Castle13 June 2026 04:00
90+6 mins: The US are nearly there…
Will Castle13 June 2026 04:00