‘Dream come true’: World Cup fever ignites Los Angeles as USA beat Paraguay

Author: Ali HarbPublished on: June 13, 2026Country: United States

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‘Dream come true’: World Cup fever ignites Los Angeles as USA beat Paraguay

The United States defeated Paraguay 4-1 in their World Cup 2026 opener at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. Tens of thousands of fans dressed in patriotic outfits celebrated the historic home victory. Fans like Alex Saldivar described the event as a 'dream come true'.

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