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US national team forward Ricardo Pepi spoke after the 4-1 victory over Paraguay in their opening Group D match at the FIFA World Cup.
“Of course, this win puts the US team in a strong position. It shows the great chemistry among the players on this squad, and we are ready for the next challenge, and in good spirits. It was a fantastic atmosphere for the start of our World Cup campaign,” Pepi stated.
The USA secured three points and climbed to first place, while Paraguay sits at the bottom. The second match in this group, between Australia and Turkey, is scheduled for Sunday, June 14.
The FIFA World Cup will be hosted by Canada, the USA, and Mexico from June 11 to July 19. Forty-eight teams will participate in the tournament. The top two teams from each group, along with the eight best third-placed teams, will advance to the next stage.
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