Live Blog: Paraguay vs Australia in the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Paraguay and Australia are defining their future in Group D. The Albirroja needs to win, and the Socceroos are looking to hold on in San Francisco to advance.
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Halftime, and the match remains 0-0
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The match is underway in Santa Clara
The lineups
🏟️ When and Where
- Date: Thursday, June 25, 2026
- Time: 10:00 PM (ET) / 7:00 PM (PT)
- City: San Francisco, United States
- Stadium: Levi's Stadium
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🇵🇾 Paraguay's Preview
Paraguay arrives at the match against Australia with the obligation to win to secure their qualification in Group D of the 2026 World Cup. After a tough defeat against the United States and a narrow victory against Turkey, the Albirroja faces this decisive match without their star Miguel Almirón, but with young players like Julio Enciso and Matías Galarza ready to take the spotlight.
🇦🇺 Australia's Preview
Australia arrives at the match against Paraguay with the advantage that a draw is enough to advance to the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup. The oceanic team showed solidity in their debut against Turkey, which they won 2-0, but then suffered a clear defeat against the United States (0-2), which exposed some defensive weaknesses and a lack of offensive weight when they failed to impose their physical pace.
⭐ Players to Watch
🇵🇾 Julio Enciso
He is the player to watch for Paraguay in this decisive match. The Strasssbourg forward has established himself as one of the most explosive prospects of the Albirroja, with speed, imbalance, and the ability to surprise from the wing or as a second striker. His current performance in the Premier League backs him up, and he arrives with confidence after being a key player in the victory against Turkey.
In the absence of Miguel Almirón, Enciso becomes Gustavo Alfaro's main offensive asset. His ability to break lines and create chances can make the difference against an Australian defense that struggled against the United States. If he manages to impose his rhythm and take advantage of the spaces, Enciso has everything to be the decisive factor in San Francisco.
🇦🇺 Nestory Irankunda
He is the player to watch for Australia in this decisive match. The winger, barely 20 years old, has already made his mark in the World Cup with a goal against Turkey and has become the Socceroos' main offensive weapon. His speed, physical power, and ability to unbalance in one-on-one situations make him a key weapon to exploit the spaces Paraguay might leave in defense.
🎯 Final Analysis
Paraguay and Australia arrive tied on points, but it is the Albirroja that starts with greater urgency as they need to win to qualify, while the Socceroos only need a draw. The favoritism leans toward Paraguay due to the quality of their young players and the strength of their defense, although the absence of Miguel Almirón raises a question about their ability to generate sustained offensive play.
