Paraguay

CONMEBOL • CONMEBOL

Tournament Outlook

Group stage to Round of 32. Classic dark horse potential.

Best World Cup Result: Quarter-finals (2010)

About Paraguay

La Albirroja is one of football's most resilient nations. With limited resources, Paraguay consistently qualifies and competes through defensive organization and warrior mentality.

Playing Style: Defensively compact and physical. Counter-attacking with direct play and set-piece threat.

Key Players

Winger

Miguel Almirón

Newcastle United

Winger

Julio Enciso

Brighton

Strengths & Weaknesses

Strengths

Defensive organization
Physical play
Set pieces
Never-say-die attitude

Weaknesses

Limited attacking quality
Depth
Creative spark

World Cup Schedule

vs United States

vs UEFA Playoff C

vs Australia

Fun Facts

⚽Reached 2010 QF after winning just one match in 90 minutes
⚽Only South American team unbeaten in 2010 group stage
⚽Chilavert is one of the top-scoring goalkeepers in history

Team Info

FIFA Code: PAR
Confederation: CONMEBOL
World Cup Appearances: 9
Group: Group D

Fan Culture

Paraguayan fans are fiercely loyal with strong national pride.

Known as: La Albirroja, Los Guaraníes

Famous Chants:

Paraguay!