Trump's call, Balogun's double, Bobadilla's own goal and Larin's strike: how the US and Canadian teams opened the 2026 World Cup
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The USA left no chance for Paraguay at the World Cup.
The USA left no chance for Paraguay at the World Cup. Shortly before the starting whistle, the head coach of the hosts, Mauricio Pochettino, received a call from the country's President Donald Trump and wished him good luck, and the meeting was preceded by a bright opening ceremony. On the field, all issues were resolved before the break: Damian Bobadilla scored the debut own goal of the tournament, and Folarin Balogun scored a double in 13 minutes. In turn, Canada barely escaped defeat from Bosnia and Herzegovina. Jovo Lukic's goal was answered only shortly before the final whistle by substitute Kyle Larin.
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