BBC News·3 min read·medium
USA start World Cup in style - but will they finally join the elite?
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The USA national football team secured a dominant 4-1 victory against Paraguay in their World Cup opening match. The performance has sparked optimism about the team's potential to compete at an elite international level.
Why it matters
Highlights the growing competitiveness of the US men's national team on the global stage ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Figure caption, Balogun gets his second and USA s third against Paraguay
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Standard sports reporting focusing on match results and expert commentary.
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