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📖 About Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup
Paraguay competes at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Group D, facing Türkiye, Australia and United States in the group stage. The tournament is hosted across the United States, Canada and Mexico, featuring 48 teams for the first time.
So far Paraguay have played 3 matches, recording 1 win, 1 draw and 1 loss for 4 points with a goal difference of -2 (2 scored, 4 conceded). That places them 1st in their group.
Explore the full Paraguay squad, fixtures, live results and statistics on worldcuplivenow.com.
📖 Paraguay — Profile & Football History
World Cup History
Paraguay has qualified for the FIFA World Cup on eight occasions, with their best performance reaching the quarter-finals in 2010. They have consistently been a competitive side in South American qualifiers, often advancing past the group stage. Their most memorable run came in South Africa 2010, where they topped their group and eliminated Japan on penalties before falling to Spain.
Honours & Achievements
Paraguay's greatest honour is winning the Copa América in 1953 and 1979. They also reached the Copa América final in 1922, 1929, 1947, 1949, 1963, 2011, and the final of the 2004 CONMEBOL Pre-Olympic Tournament. At club level, Paraguayan clubs have won the Copa Libertadores three times: Olimpia in 1979, 1990, and 2002.
Playing Style & Identity
Paraguay is traditionally known for a disciplined, defensive style of play, often employing a compact block and counter-attacking football. They are renowned for their resilience, physicality, and tactical organization, particularly under coaches like Gerardo Martino. This approach has made them a difficult opponent, especially in knockout tournaments.
Legends & Star Players
Paraguay's most celebrated players include goalkeeper José Luis Chilavert, known for his free kicks and leadership; striker Roque Santa Cruz, a prolific scorer across Europe; and midfielder Carlos Gamarra, a defensive stalwart. Other legends include Arsenio Erico, a historic goalscorer, and Oscar Cardozo, a lethal finisher.
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