The story
The Paraguay national football team, affectionately known to their passionate supporters as the La Albirroja, enter the FIFA World Cup 2026 with high expectations. Currently ranked number 41 in the world, they bring a unique tactical identity and style from CONMEBOL to this expanded 48-team tournament.
Stubborn, streetwise South Americans who make every match a battle.
With the tournament co-hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, Paraguay will count on their travelling support to create a vibrant atmosphere. Their primary objective will be to make a statement in Group D and navigate their way to the high-stakes knockout rounds.
What to watch
Keep a close eye on their transition play in Group D. The connection between Julio Enciso and Miguel Almirón is crucial to their attacking spark.
X-factor
Julio Enciso - the clinical playmaker who holds the ability to turn a match on its head with a single moment of magic.
Paraguay are poised to be one of the most intriguing stories of the group stage, bringing great energy to the tournament.
Their fixtures
USA 
Paraguay USA 4:1 Paraguay
USA 4:1 Paraguay. Gruppe D. Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta. Sa., 13. Juni.
Turkiye Paraguay Turkiye 0:1 Paraguay
Turkiye 0:1 Paraguay. Gruppe D. Gillette Stadium, Boston. Fr., 19. Juni.
Australien Paraguay Australien 0:0 Paraguay
Australien 0:0 Paraguay. Gruppe D. Gillette Stadium, Boston. Di., 23. Juni.
Deutschland Paraguay Deutschland 1:1 i. E. Paraguay im Elfmeterschießen
Deutschland 1:1 i. E. Paraguay im Elfmeterschießen. Runde der letzten 32. Hard Rock Stadium, Miami. Mo., 29. Juni.
Frankreich Paraguay Frankreich 1:0 Paraguay
Frankreich 1:0 Paraguay. Achtelfinale. Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia. Sa., 4. Juli.