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Paraguay
FIFA #41
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Highest rank: 8(Jul 18, 2001)
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Estadio ueno Defensores del ChacoAsunción
42,354Capacity
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Paraguay is the men's national football team, currently ranked #41 in the FIFA World Rankings based in Asunción, playing their home matches at Estadio ueno Defensores del Chaco. Follow Paraguay on FotMob for live match updates, detailed statistics, squad information, transfer news, and comprehensive performance analytics.
Matías Galarza has been the standout performer for Paraguay in league play this season with a rating of 7.95. Orlando Gill and Julio Enciso have also impressed with ratings of 7.66 and 7.31 respectively.
Julio Enciso leads Paraguay's scoring in league play with 1 goal this season. Matías Galarza has contributed 1, while Mauricio has added 1.
Julio Enciso is the chief creator for Paraguay in league play with 2 assists this season. Matías Galarza has also been a key playmaker with 1.
Paraguay have been in solid form recently, winning 2 of their last 5 matches (40% win rate). They have scored 7 goals and conceded 5 during this period. In the Friendlies, they faced a 4-0 win against Nicaragua. In the World Cup Grp. D, they faced a 1-4 loss to USA, a 1-0 win against Turkiye, and a 0-0 draw with Australia. In the World Cup, they faced a 1-1 draw with Germany.
Recent results for Paraguay:
- June 5, 2026: Friendlies - 4-0 win vs Nicaragua
- June 13, 2026: World Cup Grp. D - 1-4 loss at USA
- June 20, 2026: World Cup Grp. D - 1-0 win at Turkiye
- June 26, 2026: World Cup Grp. D - 0-0 draw vs Australia
- June 29, 2026: World Cup - 1-1 draw at Germany
Upcoming fixtures for Paraguay:
- July 4, 2026: World Cup - vs France
Paraguay currently sits in 3rd place in the World Cup (Grp. D) with 4 points from 3 matches (1W 1D 1L).
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | USA | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +4 | 6 |
| 2 | Australia | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 3 | Paraguay | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -2 | 4 |
| 4 | Turkiye | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 3 |
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | DR Congo | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | +1 | 4 |
| 2 | Sweden | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 3 | Ghana | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 4 | Ecuador | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 5 | Bosnia and Herzegovina | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 4 |
| 6 | Algeria | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -2 | 4 |
| 7 | Paraguay | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -2 | 4 |
| 8 | Senegal | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | +2 | 3 |
| 9 | Iran | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 10 | South Korea | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -1 | 3 |
| 11 | Scotland | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -3 | 3 |
| 12 | Uruguay | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | -1 | 2 |
Paraguay's squad consists of 26 players. Goalkeepers: Roberto Fernández (Cerro Porteno), Orlando Gill (San Lorenzo), Gastón Olveira (Olimpia). Defenders: Gustavo Velázquez (Cerro Porteno), Omar Alderete (Sunderland), Juan Cáceres (Dinamo Moscow), Fabián Balbuena (Gremio), Júnior Alonso (Atletico MG), José Canale (Lanus), Gustavo Gómez (Palmeiras), Alexandro Maidana (Talleres). Midfielders: Diego Gómez (Brighton & Hove Albion), Mauricio (Palmeiras), Andrés Cubas (Vancouver Whitecaps), Damián Bobadilla (Sao Paulo), Alejandro Romero (Al-Ain), Julio Enciso (Strasbourg), Braian Ojeda (Orlando City), Matías Galarza (River Plate). Forwards: Ramón Sosa (Palmeiras), Antonio Sanabria (Cremonese), Miguel Almirón (Atlanta United), Álex Arce (Independiente Rivadavia), Gabriel Ávalos (Independiente), Gustavo Caballero (Santos FC), Isidro Pitta (Red Bull Bragantino).
Gustavo Alfaro is the current head coach of Paraguay. Under their leadership, the team has achieved a 48% win rate across 23 matches, averaging 1.74 points per game.
Notable previous managers include Daniel Garnero managed the club for 3 seasons, recording 2 wins from 10 matches (20% win rate). Guillermo Barros Schelotto managed the club for 4 seasons, recording 4 wins from 17 matches (24% win rate). Other former coaches include Eduardo Berizzo, Gustavo Morínigo, Juan Osorio, Francisco Arce, and Ramón Díaz.
Paraguay plays their home matches at Estadio ueno Defensores del Chaco in Asunción, which has a capacity of 42,354.
FotMob provides comprehensive coverage of Paraguay, including live match updates, squad information, transfer news, fixture lists, and detailed performance analytics. Follow Paraguay to receive notifications about upcoming matches, goals, and other key events.
FIFA rank
41
Highest rank: 8(Jul 18, 2001)
FIFA World Cup
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FIFA World Cup
#
PL
W
D
L
+/-
GD
PTS
Form
Next
- Qualification next stage
- Possible qualification next stage
Coach win percentagePoints per game
News
About
Paraguay is the men's national football team, currently ranked #41 in the FIFA World Rankings based in Asunción, playing their home matches at Estadio ueno Defensores del Chaco. Follow Paraguay on FotMob for live match updates, detailed statistics, squad information, transfer news, and comprehensive performance analytics.
Matías Galarza has been the standout performer for Paraguay in league play this season with a rating of 7.95. Orlando Gill and Julio Enciso have also impressed with ratings of 7.66 and 7.31 respectively.
Julio Enciso leads Paraguay's scoring in league play with 1 goal this season. Matías Galarza has contributed 1, while Mauricio has added 1.
Julio Enciso is the chief creator for Paraguay in league play with 2 assists this season. Matías Galarza has also been a key playmaker with 1.
Paraguay have been in solid form recently, winning 2 of their last 5 matches (40% win rate). They have scored 7 goals and conceded 5 during this period. In the Friendlies, they faced a 4-0 win against Nicaragua. In the World Cup Grp. D, they faced a 1-4 loss to USA, a 1-0 win against Turkiye, and a 0-0 draw with Australia. In the World Cup, they faced a 1-1 draw with Germany.
Recent results for Paraguay:
- June 5, 2026: Friendlies - 4-0 win vs Nicaragua
- June 13, 2026: World Cup Grp. D - 1-4 loss at USA
- June 20, 2026: World Cup Grp. D - 1-0 win at Turkiye
- June 26, 2026: World Cup Grp. D - 0-0 draw vs Australia
- June 29, 2026: World Cup - 1-1 draw at Germany
Upcoming fixtures for Paraguay:
- July 4, 2026: World Cup - vs France
Paraguay currently sits in 3rd place in the World Cup (Grp. D) with 4 points from 3 matches (1W 1D 1L).
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | USA | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +4 | 6 |
| 2 | Australia | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 3 | Paraguay | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -2 | 4 |
| 4 | Turkiye | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 3 |
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | DR Congo | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | +1 | 4 |
| 2 | Sweden | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 3 | Ghana | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 4 | Ecuador | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 5 | Bosnia and Herzegovina | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 4 |
| 6 | Algeria | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -2 | 4 |
| 7 | Paraguay | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -2 | 4 |
| 8 | Senegal | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | +2 | 3 |
| 9 | Iran | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 10 | South Korea | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -1 | 3 |
| 11 | Scotland | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -3 | 3 |
| 12 | Uruguay | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | -1 | 2 |
Paraguay's squad consists of 26 players. Goalkeepers: Roberto Fernández (Cerro Porteno), Orlando Gill (San Lorenzo), Gastón Olveira (Olimpia). Defenders: Gustavo Velázquez (Cerro Porteno), Omar Alderete (Sunderland), Juan Cáceres (Dinamo Moscow), Fabián Balbuena (Gremio), Júnior Alonso (Atletico MG), José Canale (Lanus), Gustavo Gómez (Palmeiras), Alexandro Maidana (Talleres). Midfielders: Diego Gómez (Brighton & Hove Albion), Mauricio (Palmeiras), Andrés Cubas (Vancouver Whitecaps), Damián Bobadilla (Sao Paulo), Alejandro Romero (Al-Ain), Julio Enciso (Strasbourg), Braian Ojeda (Orlando City), Matías Galarza (River Plate). Forwards: Ramón Sosa (Palmeiras), Antonio Sanabria (Cremonese), Miguel Almirón (Atlanta United), Álex Arce (Independiente Rivadavia), Gabriel Ávalos (Independiente), Gustavo Caballero (Santos FC), Isidro Pitta (Red Bull Bragantino).
Gustavo Alfaro is the current head coach of Paraguay. Under their leadership, the team has achieved a 48% win rate across 23 matches, averaging 1.74 points per game.
Notable previous managers include Daniel Garnero managed the club for 3 seasons, recording 2 wins from 10 matches (20% win rate). Guillermo Barros Schelotto managed the club for 4 seasons, recording 4 wins from 17 matches (24% win rate). Other former coaches include Eduardo Berizzo, Gustavo Morínigo, Juan Osorio, Francisco Arce, and Ramón Díaz.
Paraguay plays their home matches at Estadio ueno Defensores del Chaco in Asunción, which has a capacity of 42,354.
FotMob provides comprehensive coverage of Paraguay, including live match updates, squad information, transfer news, fixture lists, and detailed performance analytics. Follow Paraguay to receive notifications about upcoming matches, goals, and other key events.