- Failed to progress beyond the Group Stage in the CONMEBOL Copa América™.
- Remained unbeaten under Gustavo Alfaro's leadership.
Paraguay experienced a 2024 season with two head coaches and a strong finish that allowed them to secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup qualification zone. The team played 12 matches, recording four wins, four draws, and four losses.
Paraguay in the CONMEBOL Copa América™
La Albirroja was placed in Group D alongside Brazil, Colombia, and Costa Rica. Daniel Garnero's squad suffered three defeats, exiting the tournament in the Group Stage.
Gustavo Alfaro's arrival in Paraguay
In the World Cup Qualifiers, a new coach changed the team’s fortunes: Paraguay remained unbeaten, tallying three wins and three draws. Historic victories over Argentina and Brazil, as well as a valuable draw at high altitude in El Alto against Bolivia, highlighted the campaign. Paraguay currently sits sixth with 17 points, in a qualification position for the next World Cup.
Antonio Sanabria, the top scorer
The Torino striker returned to the national team under Alfaro and scored three crucial goals in the pursuit of World Cup qualification: a brace against Venezuela (2-1) and another goal in the 2-1 victory over Argentina.
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