Overview
- Gio Reyna marked his first U.S. appearance since March with a fourth‑minute header, his first senior goal since March 2024, before Paraguay’s Alex Arce equalized in the 10th minute.
- Folarin Balogun netted the 71st‑minute winner, giving him three goals in his last four U.S. appearances and underscoring his rising form at striker.
- A stoppage‑time touchline scuffle resulted in a red card for unused Paraguay substitute Omar Alderete, with cautions to Cristian Roldan and Junior Alonso, according to match reports.
- The victory at Subaru Park extended the United States’ fall unbeaten run to four matches as preparations continue toward the 2026 World Cup.
- With several regulars out, Pochettino persisted with his back‑three approach, praised the team’s collective performance, and introduced multiple bench options ahead of facing Uruguay in Tampa.