USA hit Paraguay for four in dream start to their World Cup campaign

The United States women's national soccer team defeated Paraguay 4-1 in Los Angeles on June 1, 2024, marking a strong start to their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign. This match was the first of the tournament to be hosted by one of the three co-hosting nations, the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The USWNT secured their victory with goals from Sophia Smith, who scored twice, and Trinity Rodman, who added another. The team's performance demonstrated effective offensive strategies and solid defensive play, setting a positive tone for their subsequent matches in the group stage. The attendance for the match was reported to be over 50,000 spectators, highlighting significant public interest in the tournament.