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Heading to North America in 2026 — the journey begins here.
| Guide | Date | Kickoff (ET) | Opponent | City | Stadium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City Guide | June 12, 2026 | 9:00 PM | USA | Los Angeles | SoFi Stadium |
| City Guide | June 19, 2026 | 9:00 PM | UEFA Playoff Winner C | San Francisco Bay Area | Levi's Stadium |
| June 25, 2026 |
| 10:00 PM |
| Australia |
| San Francisco Bay Area |
| Levi's Stadium |
💡 Travel Tip: Click on any city above to view our comprehensive city guide with transit info, lodging recommendations, and local tips.
During the 1990s and early 2000s, the legendary goal-scoring goalkeeper and captain, José Luis Chilavert, inspired the team to a major defensive transformation and multiple World Cup qualifications.
Paraguay achieved their best-ever World Cup run, advancing past the Round of 16 for the first time before losing 1-0 to eventual champions Spain in the Quarter-finals.
Paraguay defeats both Brazil and Chile to win their second continental title in a format where no fixed venue was used, traveling across South America.
| Year | Event | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1930 | Participated in the inaugural FIFA World Cup in Uruguay. | first appearance |
| 1953 | Won their first Copa América title, defeating Brazil in the final playoff match. | championship |
| 1979 | Won their second Copa América title, defeating Chile in the final. | championship |
| 1998 | Returned to the World Cup after a 12-year absence and reached the Round of 16. | notable performance |
| 2010 | Reached the World Cup Quarter-finals, their best-ever finish, narrowly losing to Spain. | notable performance |
Paraguayan fans are highly committed and spirited, known for their powerful chants and the unwavering support of 'La Albirroja' (The White and Red). Their passion is rooted in the country's tough, resilient national identity.
"Vamos Albirroja, vamos a ganar!"
La Barra de la Albirroja
Determined and loud, with fans showing massive passion and dedication despite being one of the smaller nations in CONMEBOL. Red and white are the dominant colors, often with traditional hats.
Paraguay is the only landlocked country in CONMEBOL to have qualified for the World Cup.
The 2010 Quarter-final run ended with a penalty missed by Óscar Cardozo against Spain's Iker Casillas, a moment often replayed in Paraguayan football.
The country has a long tradition of producing tough, high-quality defenders and goalkeepers.
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