Trump Backs USA’s World Cup Bid After Balogun’s Record-Breaking Debut
US President Donald Trump rang up coach Mauricio Pochettino before kick-off to urge the USMNT to push for World Cup glory. His call of confidence came just ahead of their tournament opener, where the hosts thrashed Paraguay 4-1. Striker Folarin Balogun stole the show with a two-goal first half, smashing a 96-year-old American scoring record. An own goal and a late strike from Gio Reyna completed the rout. With Mexico off to a flying start and Canada drawing their opener, the USA sit atop the World Cup power rankings. They now prepare for Group D clashes against Australia and Turkey.
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