Paraguay are famed for their organisation and grit, reaching the quarter-finals in 2010. They have long been one of South America’s most stubborn opponents.

The road ahead

Group game 1 · Fri 12 June

at USA1–4 L

Group game 2 · Sat 20 June

at Türkiye1–0 W

Group game 3 · Thu 25 June

vs Australia0–0 D

Three group games are guaranteed; the knockout steps unlock as the team advances.