The United States dominated Paraguay 4–1 in a World Cup Group D encounter, with the home side's clinical finishing proving the decisive factor. Despite an expected goals tally of just 1.42, the Americans converted their opportunities efficiently, registering six shots on target from sixteen attempts overall. Paraguay's defensive structure, operating in a 4–4-2 formation, offered limited resistance; the visitors managed only nine shots with just one on target and generated a meagre 0.54 xG. The disparity was compounded by Paraguay's goalkeeper, who underperformed his post-shot expected goals by 0.58, conceding 1.42 xG in the process. The United States' 4–2–3–1 setup controlled the tempo and created a commanding advantage that the scoreline reflected. This victory positions the Americans strongly atop Group D with maximum points from their opening fixture.