Paraguay midfielder Diego Gómez emotional ahead of World Cup debut
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 4:02 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Diego Gómez, a midfielder for Paraguay, expressed deep emotion at a press conference prior to their World Cup match against the United States. Gómez, who began his career at Libertad and has played for Brighton, broke down in tears while discussing his joy at being able to represent Paraguay. His comments highlighted the significance of the team's qualification after missing the last three World Cups. Paraguay will make its World Cup debut later today at 10 p.m. Brasília time against the United States.
- •Diego Gómez celebrates his qualification for the World Cup after a long absence.
- •Gómez expressed his emotions at a press conference with coach Gustavo Alfaro.
- •Paraguay faced the United States in their World Cup opener later today.
- 4:02 PMYahoo Sports — 🎥 Paraguay midfielder in tears, living the Copa dream
"Paraguay missed the 2014, 2018 and 2022 World Cups.It will end a long drought at this FIFA World Cup after a major comeback in the qualifiers.And the emotion of being able to represent his country too...
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