Folarin Balogun delivered a standout performance to fire the United States into a winning start at the FIFA World Cup, scoring twice in a commanding 4-1 victory over Paraguay at Los Angeles Stadium.

The striker's brace set the tone for an impressive USA display as the host nation announced their intentions early in the tournament. Paraguay, for their part, could not contain the pressure — offering little resistance as the Americans ran out comfortable winners.

Balogun's double arrival on the World Cup stage signals a major moment for the United States attack, which had been building expectations heading into the competition. The result leaves the USA firmly in command of their group following matchday one.