The United States men's national soccer team began group play against Paraguay with a dominating performance, winning 4-1.

Australia full back Jacob Italiano has been ruled out of at least ‌the World Cup Group D clash against Paraguay on Thursday due to a suspected adductor injury, joining veteran forward Mathew Leckie on the sidelines.

Gio Reyna scored a goal in stoppage time that sealed the United States’ 4-1 win over Paraguay.

The Socceroos are on the brink of a landmark achievement, a place in the World Cup knockout rounds for only the third time. “It’s a wonderful challenge, it’s what we’re here for,” said coach Tony Popovic on the eve of the match in Santa Clara,