Paraguay at World Cup 2026
Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup
Paraguay qualified through the CONMEBOL round-robin, finishing sixth and sealing their place on 4 September 2025 under Gustavo Alfaro. His tactical setup prioritises defensive organisation and quick transitions. The United States will be competitive, but Turkey and Australia offer realistic opportunities for a side targeting group progression.
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Manager: Gustavo Alfaro · Formation: 4-2-3-1
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Group Stage
Upcoming Matches
Form & Qualifying
Alfaro's 4-2-3-1 is built on compact defensive lines and physical duelling. Paraguay produced the most clearances in CONMEBOL qualifying at 403 and the most aerial duels at 619, with only 10 goals conceded, the joint second-best record on the continent. That defensive solidity and set-piece vulnerability prevention positions Paraguay to be competitive in Group D, though the United States will test their system significantly.
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Paraguay under Gustavo Alfaro
Across qualifying, Alfaro's 4-2-3-1 produced the most clearances (403) and aerial duels (619) in CONMEBOL and the joint second-best defensive record at 10 goals conceded, the framework Paraguay will take into Group D.
Paraguay's Group D fixtures
Paraguay's three Group D fixtures begin with the United States on 12 June at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, followed by Turkey on 19 June at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara and Australia on 25 June at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara.
How far can Paraguay go at the World Cup?
Paraguay's Tier 4 status and Group D draw position them as lower-mid contenders. Their defensive record from qualifying and compact system are the foundations for their tournament hopes. The United States will be the competitive test, but Turkey and Australia offer realistic opportunities if Paraguay maintain their defensive discipline.