Brazil’s hopes of automatically qualifying for the 2026 World Cup took a hit with a 1-0 loss to Paraguay, their fourth defeat in five matches. The defeat leaves Brazil in a precarious position, needing to improve their performance significantly in the remaining qualifiers.
Paraguay pulled off a monumental upset in their CONMEBOL FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifying campaign, defeating Brazil 1-0 in Asunción. Diego Gomez’s 20th-minute goal proved to be the difference, securing a historic victory for the home side.
Paraguay stunned Brazil in the first half of their FIFA World Cup 2026 CONMEBOL qualifier, taking a 1-0 lead thanks to a well-taken goal. Despite dominating possession in the second half, Brazil struggled to find a way past a resolute Paraguayan defense. The match ended 1-0, highlighting the intensity and unpredictability of the South American qualifying campaign.
A severe drought in South America, particularly in Brazil, has caused record-low water levels in major rivers like the Paraguay and Paraná, disrupting navigation and impacting agriculture, tourism, and international trade. This environmental crisis is raising concerns about the future of South American tourism and the global impact of climate change.
Uruguay drew 0-0 with Paraguay in a South American World Cup qualifier, marking the end of Luis Suarez’s illustrious 17-year international career. The match saw several missed opportunities from both sides, with Suarez hitting the post in the first half and Paraguay’s Miguel Almiron coming close to scoring.
Paraguayan swimmer Luan Alonso has made headlines after claiming Brazilian footballer Neymar sent her a direct message on Instagram. This comes after reports surfaced alleging Alonso was kicked out of the Paris Olympics village for ‘creating an inappropriate atmosphere.’ Alonso, however, denied these reports and announced her retirement from swimming, stating that her last race was at the Paris Olympics.
Egypt secured a dramatic victory over Paraguay in the men’s football tournament at the Paris Olympics, advancing to the semifinals after a tense penalty shootout. The match ended 1-1 after extra time, with Ibrahim Adel scoring the winning penalty for Egypt.
Argentine coach Daniel Garnero has been dismissed from his role as Paraguay’s national team manager following a disappointing Copa America campaign. The Paraguayan Football Association (APF) announced the decision on Monday, citing the team’s early exit from the tournament as the reason behind the termination.
Costa Rica and Paraguay are set to clash in a crucial Group D match of the Copa America 2024, with both teams seeking a crucial victory to solidify their position in the tournament. The match, scheduled for Tuesday at the Q2 Stadium in Austin, Texas, promises an exciting encounter between two evenly matched sides.
Costa Rica and Paraguay clash in a crucial Group D fixture of the Copa America 2024, with both teams needing a win to keep their tournament hopes alive. Key absences due to suspensions will impact both sides, adding another layer of intrigue to the match.
