For the first time in 24 years. The United States score two first-half goals at the World Cup
Miguel Solomons
Dailysports's expert
The United States national team is hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup and, in their opening match against Paraguay, they have matched a rare statistical milestone.
Details: According to Stats Foot, it is the first time since 2002 that the United States have scored two goals in the first half of a World Cup match. The last time it happened was against Portugal.
Meanwhile, the United States took the lead early in the match thanks to an own goal. Paraguay defender Damián Bobadilla inadvertently put the ball into his own net. Adding to the situation, it was the first own goal of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
As a reminder: Hollywood actor Tom Cruise was spotted among the spectators, attending the match to support his favourite national team in their opening game of the tournament.
