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US opens its home World Cup with a dynamic 4-1 victory over Paraguay, sparked by Balogun’s 2 goals
By Kevin Boulandier at WSVN 7 News
· June 13, 2026
· 5 min read
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Folarin Balogun fired his second goal into the top far corner of Paraguay’s net and then led his American teammates to the corner of their home stadium, reveling in the frenzy created by their historic first half at their World Cup opener. The world’s biggest soccer tourname
Key takeaway The world’s biggest soccer tournament finally returned to the U.
Why this matters in The Miami
Miami's soccer fans, particularly those in Little Havana and other neighborhoods with strong Latin American ties, are likely watching the US team's World Cup performance with great interest. The city's diverse population, with a significant Caribbean and Latin American influence, creates a unique soccer culture that is often passionate and dedicated. As the US team continues to make waves in the tournament, Miami's residents may be inspired to come together and cheer on their team, potentially leading to increased excitement and community engagement around the city's soccer scene. With the US team's dominant performance against Paraguay, Miami's fans may be eagerly anticipating the team's next match, and local businesses and gathering spots may see an uptick in activity as people come together to watch and celebrate the team's progress.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 13, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Folarin Balogun fired his second goal into the top far corner of Paraguay’s net and then led his American teammates to the corner of their home stadium, reveling in the frenzy created by their historic first half at their World Cup opener. The world’s biggest soccer tourname
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