Past stars haven't always been convinced by the current USMNT but couldn't help but be wowed by the U.S.'s 4-1 win

The stage is set for the Stars and Stripes to star at the biggest World Cup in history.

USA soccer crushed Paraguay in their 2026 World Cup opener. Folarin Balogun scored back-to-back goals to lead the USMNT to victory.

The United States launched their home World Cup in emphatic fashion Friday, defeating Paraguay 4-1 with a perfectly scripted opening performance to delight a star-studded home…