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Paraguay reaches knockout stages after successful World Cup campaign

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 8:25 PM

Last updated Jul 26, 2026

Paraguay reaches knockout stages after successful World Cup campaign
Summary

Paraguay returned to the World Cup for the first time in 16 years, experiencing a mix of results. After losing 4-1 to the United States, they bounced back with a 1-0 victory over Turkey and a 0-0 draw against Australia, allowing them to advance to the knockout stages. Paraguay then achieved a historic penalty shootout win over Germany but were eliminated by France after a narrow 1-0 defeat in the quarterfinals. Manager Gustavo Alfaro received praise for the team's gritty performance throughout the tournament.

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  • •Paraguay's World Cup journey included a shocking loss and a historic penalty win.
  • •Julio Enciso played a key role in Paraguay's victory over Germany.
  • •Manager Gustavo Alfaro's strategy focused on strong defensive play.
  • •Paraguay now seeks to build on this experience for the next World Cup.
  • •The 2030 World Cup will see Paraguay host one of the matches.
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  • 8:25 PMYahoo Sports — Paraguay’s World Cup Review: From Humiliation To A Historic Win
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By Louis Smith.Paraguay’s return to the World Cup for the first time in 16 years was very positive for them, and their people were very proud of their nation.They praised manager Gustavo Alfaro foll...

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