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FIFA #17 vs #41SoFi StadiumInglewood, USA70,240 capacity70,492 attendance☀️ 22°C Clear skyRef: Danny Makkelie
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United States win in commanding fashion
United States 4–1 Paraguay - Group D
United States ran out 4–1 winners against Paraguay.
How the goals went in
1
7′🇵🇾Own goal0–1
Damián Bobadilla Own
Credits Paraguay
2
31′🇺🇸Goal1–1
Folarin Balogun
United States · Assist: Christian Pulisic
3
45+5′🇺🇸Goal2–1
Folarin Balogun
United States · Assist: Malik Tillman
4
73′🇵🇾Goal2–2
Maurício
Paraguay · Assist: Julio Enciso following a set piece situation
5
90+8′🇺🇸Goal3–2
Giovanni Reyna
United States · Assist: Alex Freeman
What stood out
- ✓United States controlled the ball with 65.3% possession.
- ✓United States were far more threatening in attack with 16 shots (6 on target).
- ✓A physical contest - 6 yellow cards shown (United States 1, Paraguay 5).
- ✓2 of 5 goals came in the second half.
- ✓Tactical matchup: United States (4-2-3-1) vs Paraguay (4-4-2).
- ✓A near-sellout at SoFi Stadium - 70,492 fans (100% of capacity).
Match Summary
The United States cruised past Paraguay to open its home World Cup campaign with a statement victory in front of a galaxy of Los Angeles stars.
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