Betting guide · 21+
HOW TO BET ON USA vs PARAGUAY
A plain-English guide to betting the USMNT's World Cup opener — the main markets explained, how the line reads, and where to place a bet. Friday, June 12 · 9:00 PM ET · SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles.
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The Main Markets
New to soccer betting? These are the bets most people start with. Odds below are examples — lines move, so always check the book.
Moneyline (3-way)
Pick the result over 90 minutes: USA win, draw, or Paraguay win. Soccer moneylines are three-way because a draw is its own outcome.
Total Goals (Over/Under 2.5)
Bet on the combined goals in the game. With Paraguay built to defend deep, the market leans toward a low-scoring night.
Draw No Bet / Handicap
If you like the USA but want a safety net, 'Draw No Bet' refunds your stake on a draw. A -0.5 handicap is the same as backing USA to win outright.
Other popular bets
- ›Both Teams to Score (BTTS) — will both sides find the net?
- ›Anytime Goalscorer — back Pulisic, Balogun, or Pepi to score at any point.
- ›First Goalscorer — higher risk, higher reward on who opens the scoring.
- ›Player props — shots on target, assists, and same-game parlays combining several of the above.
Odds shown are examples as of publication and move constantly. Always check the sportsbook for the current line before placing a bet.
How the Line Reads
The market frames the USA as slight favorites at home, but Paraguay's organized, goal-shy profile is why 'Under 2.5 goals' is priced so short. Analysts widely note that unless the U.S. scores early, Gustavo Alfaro's side can bunker in and make this a tight, low-scoring affair. With Julio Enciso a doubt, Paraguay's already-modest attack looks thinner still. None of that is a guarantee — it's simply how the market reads the game.
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21+ · You must be 21+ and physically located in a state where sports betting is legal. Bet only what you can afford to lose. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER.
You must be 21+ and physically located in a state where sports betting is legal. Bet only what you can afford to lose. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Sports betting is available only where legal. This page is informational and not betting advice — no outcome is guaranteed.