WK-Selectie
Keeper
New York Red BullsLeeftijd: 28 | Interlands: 22
Cerro PorteñoLeeftijd: 32 | Interlands: 18
OlimpiaLeeftijd: 29 | Interlands: 12
Verdediger
PalmeirasLeeftijd: 32 | Interlands: 98
CorinthiansLeeftijd: 34 | Interlands: 62
River PlateLeeftijd: 29 | Interlands: 45
GetafeLeeftijd: 28 | Interlands: 42
Atlético MineiroLeeftijd: 32 | Interlands: 58
Cerro PorteñoLeeftijd: 27 | Interlands: 38
OlimpiaLeeftijd: 25 | Interlands: 15
#13
Universidad de ChileLeeftijd: 28 | Interlands: 32
Middenvelder
GrêmioLeeftijd: 28 | Interlands: 42
#20
Vancouver WhitecapsLeeftijd: 29 | Interlands: 38
San LorenzoLeeftijd: 33 | Interlands: 65
#16
TalleresLeeftijd: 25 | Interlands: 18
Newcastle UnitedLeeftijd: 32 | Interlands: 68
Club AméricaLeeftijd: 29 | Interlands: 35
#21
BrightonLeeftijd: 22 | Interlands: 28
Aanvaller
TorinoLeeftijd: 29 | Interlands: 52
#11
Cruz AzulLeeftijd: 33 | Interlands: 82
#17
River PlateLeeftijd: 29 | Interlands: 18
OlimpiaLeeftijd: 32 | Interlands: 38
#22
LDU QuitoLeeftijd: 29 | Interlands: 22
#24
Inter MiamiLeeftijd: 22 | Interlands: 15
Groepsfase Programma
Paraguayvs🇮🇷 Iran
13 juni
Rose Bowl, Los Angeles
Group LParaguayvs🇧🇴 Bolivia
18 juni
Empower Field, Denver
Group LParaguayvs🇿🇲 Zambia
23 juni
GEHA Field, Kansas City
Group LSleutelspelers
Gustavo Gómez ↗
Center-back
Captain and defensive leader. Multiple-time Copa Libertadores winner with Palmeiras. Commands the backline with authority and leadership.
Miguel Almirón ↗
Attacking Midfielder/Winger
Paraguay's most high-profile player at Newcastle United. Provides pace, work rate, and attacking threat from midfield.
Julio Enciso ↗
Attacking Midfielder
Emerging young talent at Brighton. Represents Paraguay's future with his technical ability, vision, and goal-scoring threat.
Groepsstand
| Teams | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇮🇷 Iran | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 🇧🇴 Bolivia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 🇿🇲 Zambia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 🇵🇾 Paraguay | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
WK-Geschiedenis
Veelgestelde Vragen
What group is Paraguay in for World Cup 2026?
Paraguay is in Group L alongside Iran, Bolivia, and Zambia. This is a wide-open group where Paraguay will be among the favorites to advance to the knockout stages.
When does Paraguay play their first match in 2026?
Paraguay's opening match is on June 13, 2026, against Iran at the Rose Bowl in Los Angeles, California. Kickoff is at 1:00 PM ET (10:00 AM PT, 6:00 PM BST, 7:00 PM CEST).
How many World Cups has Paraguay participated in?
The 2026 World Cup will be Paraguay's 9th appearance. Their best finish came in 2010 when they reached the quarter-finals, losing to eventual champions Spain. They also reached the Round of 16 in 1998, 2002, and 2006.
Who is Paraguay's coach for the 2026 World Cup?
Daniel Garnero is Paraguay's head coach. The Argentine coach took over in 2022 and successfully guided Paraguay through qualification. He emphasizes defensive solidity and counter-attacking football.
Who are Paraguay's key players for 2026?
Gustavo Gómez (captain and Palmeiras defender), Miguel Almirón (Newcastle United midfielder), Antonio Sanabria (striker), and young talent Julio Enciso (Brighton) are Paraguay's key players to watch in 2026.