The grueling cross-country flight from California to Massachusetts was worth every mile. Entering Boston Stadium as underdogs, Paraguay pulled off the shock of the tournament by knocking out powerhouse Germany in a dramatic 4–3 penalty shootout.
Led by a brilliant goal from Julio Enciso and tireless shifts from MLS stars Miguel Almirón and Andrés Cubas, the squad survived a grueling 120 minutes of tactical warfare. The West Coast group stage is history, but after this historic East Coast upset, the North American spotlight has never shone brighter on Paraguay as they march into the Round of 16.
Let GOAL take you through all the latest World Cup 2026 ticket information, including how you can secure seats and how much they cost.
What is Paraguay's World Cup 2026 group schedule?
| Date | Fixture (K.O time local) | Venue | Final Score/ Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, June 12 | United States vs Paraguay | SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles) | 4-1 |
| Friday, June 19 | Turkey vs Paraguay | Levi's Stadium (San Francisco) | 0-1 |
| Thursday, June 25 | Paraguay vs Australia | Levi's Stadium (San Francisco) | 0-0 |
| Monday, June 29 | Germany vs. Paraguay (4:30) | Boston Stadium (Gillette Stadium), Foxborough, MA | 1-1 (Match) 4-3 (Penalties) |
| Saturday, July 4 | Paraguay vs TBC (5:00) | Philadelphia Stadium (Lincoln Financial Field) in Pennsylvania | Tickets |
What are the cheapest Paraguay tickets?
| Match (Date) | Venue (City) | Avg. Price Range (Entry Level) | Tickets |
| Paraguay vs TBC, July 4 | Philadelphia Stadium (Lincoln Financial Field) in Pennsylvania | $1,250 – $1,350+ | Tickets |
How to buy Paraguay World Cup 2026 tickets?
As of today, the major official World Cup ticket lotteries (including the Visa Presale, Early Ticket Draw, and the post-draw Random Selection Draw) have officially concluded.
With over 500 million requests processed during those phases, primary availability is now at an all-time low.
Here's what you need to know at a glance:
- The Last-Minute Sales Phase is currently live, having launched on April 1. Unlike previous rounds, this is not a lottery. Tickets are being sold on a strictly first-come, first-served basis with immediate confirmation. This represents the final opportunity to purchase official tickets directly from FIFA.
- The Official FIFA Resale Marketplace is also open. This platform is now the primary authorized destination for fans to buy and sell verified tickets at regulated prices as the tournament approaches.
- Alternatively, fans may look to secondary marketplaces like StubHub for last-minute tickets. Remember to check the T&Cs of any secondary sites for tickets you're buying.
Paraguay World Cup 2026 tickets: How much do they cost?
Match tickets for Paraguay's FIFA World Cup 2026 group matches are split into the following categories:
- Category 1: The most expensive, located in the lower seating tier.
- Category 2: Spans both upper and lower tiers outside Category 1 areas.
- Category 3: Mainly in the upper tier, beyond Categories 1 and 2.
- Category 4: The most affordable, located in the upper tier outside the other categories.
Prices are likely to fluctuate throughout the various ticket release/sales phases. Estimates are shown below:
| Stage | Ticket price range |
|---|---|
| Group Stage (excl. host nations) | $60 - $620 |
| Group Stage (US, Canada & Mexico matches) | $75 - $2,735 |
| Round of 32 | $105 - $750 |
| Round of 16 | $170 - $980 |
| Quarter-finals | $275 - $1,775 |
| Semi-finals | $420 - $3,295 |
| Final | $2,030 - $7,875 |
Paraguay Route to the Final
After squeezing through the group stage as a third-placed team, Paraguay has completely blown their side of the bracket wide open. By eliminating powerhouse Germany in the Round of 32, La Albirroja proved they aren't just navigating a collision course with soccer's elite; they are actively disrupting it.
Up next, their high-stakes bracket run continues in Philadelphia for the Round of 16, where they await the winner of the blockbuster France vs. Sweden matchup.
Round of 16: If Paraguay pulls off the upset against Germany, they will travel to Philadelphia to face the winner of Match 73.- Opponent: France or Sweden
- Date / Venue: Saturday, July 4, 2026 at Philadelphia Stadium.
- Potential Opponent: Netherlands, Morocco, Canada, or South Africa
- Date / Venue: Thursday, July 9, 2026 at Boston Stadium.
- Potential Opponent: Brazil, Japan, Norway, or Ivory Coast
- Date / Venue: Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Miami Stadium.
- Date / Venue: Sunday, July 19, 2026 at New York New Jersey Stadium (MetLife Stadium).
What to expect from Paraguay in the World Cup 2026?
Paraguay may have been 1930 World Cup trailblazers, but their relationship with the tournament has been sporadic. Their golden era—a four-tournament streak starting in 1998—peaked with a historic quarterfinal run at South Africa 2010. However, a painful drought followed, with the nation missing the next three World Cups.
Their return this summer is a momentous milestone. Highly motivated—especially with Asunción set to host a 2030 World Cup centenary match—the squad completely revolutionized their identity under manager Gustavo Alfaro following a bruising Copa América. Alfaro sparked a legendary nine-game unbeaten qualifying streak, defeating Brazil, Argentina, and Uruguay.
Though they scraped through the group phase as a third-placed team, Alfaro’s tactical blueprint just survived its ultimate test. In the Round of 32, Paraguay went toe-to-toe with four-time champions Germany, fighting to a 1–1 draw before pulling off a historic 4–3 penalty shootout victory. Having knocked out a global giant, Los Guaraníes now march into the Round of 16 in Philadelphia, proving they belong among the elite.
Who is in the Paraguay World Cup Squad? Final 26-Man Lineup
Under the tactical guidance of manager Gustavo Alfaro, the Paraguay national football team (La Albirroja) has officially locked in its final 26-man roster. Returning to the global stage for their first World Cup appearance since 2010 after a resilient qualification turnaround, Paraguay anchors a fiercely competitive Group D alongside Australia, Türkiye, and tournament co-hosts the United States.
The squad features a gritty, high-work-rate core that balances defensive resilience with attacking flair. The backline is anchored by veteran Palmeiras captain Gustavo Gómez and Sunderland center-back Omar Alderete, while the midfield and final third boast electric dynamic playmakers like Brighton's Diego Gómez, Atlanta United talisman Miguel Almirón, and Strasbourg's young phenom Julio Enciso.
Whether you are plotting out their path to the knockout phases or tracking ticket availability for the massive Group D fixtures in Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area, here is the official 26-player roster representing Paraguay:
| Position | Player | Current Club |
| Goalkeepers | Roberto "Gatito" Fernández | Cerro Porteño |
| Orlando Gill | San Lorenzo | |
| Gastón Olveira | Olimpia | |
| Defenders | Gustavo Gómez (C) | Palmeiras |
| Omar Alderete | Sunderland | |
| Fabián Balbuena | Grêmio | |
| Júnior Alonso | Atlético Mineiro | |
| Juan Cáceres | Dynamo Moscow | |
| Gustavo Velázquez | Cerro Porteño | |
| José Canale | Lanús | |
| Alexandro Maidana | Talleres | |
| Midfielders | Diego Gómez | Brighton & Hove Albion |
| Damián Bobadilla | São Paulo | |
| Andrés Cubas | Vancouver Whitecaps | |
| Matías Galarza | Atlanta United | |
| Braian Ojeda | Orlando City | |
| Alejandro "Kaku" Romero Gamarra | Al Ain | |
| Maurício Magalhães | Palmeiras | |
| Forwards | Julio Enciso | Strasbourg |
| Miguel Almirón | Atlanta United | |
| Antonio Sanabria | Cremonese | |
| Ramón Sosa | Palmeiras | |
| Alex Arce | Independiente Rivadavia | |
| Isidro Pitta | Red Bull Bragantino | |
| Gabriel Ávalos | Independiente | |
| Gustavo Caballero | Portsmouth |
How long until the FIFA World Cup 2026 final?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is already well underway, and we are rapidly approaching the business end of this historic tournament. With the tournament scheduled to wrap up on July 19, 2026, there are exactly 19 days left until a champion is crowned.
Over the past few weeks, 48 teams have battled across 16 host cities in Canada, Mexico, and the United States. Out of the massive 104-match schedule packed into 34 days, the group stages are completely behind us, and the high-stakes knockout rounds are already whittling the field down.
The clock is ticking down to the final match at New York New Jersey Stadium, where the ultimate champions of North America's historic tournament will lift the trophy.
What are the FIFA World Cup 2026 venues?
Back in June 2022, the sixteen FIFA World Cup 2026 host cities were announced (two in Canada, three in Mexico, and eleven in the United States). Check out those cities and the stadiums that will be used as venues below:
| Country | Stadium (City) | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | BC Place (Vancouver) | 48,821 |
| BMO Field (Toronto) | 72,766 | |
| Mexico | Estadio Banorte (Mexico City) | 48,821 |
| Estadio Akron (Guadalajara) | 44,330 | |
| Estadio BBVA (Monterrey) | 50,113 | |
| United States | Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta) | 67,382 |
| Gillette Stadium (Boston) | 63,815 | |
| AT&T Stadium (Dallas) | 70,122 | |
| NRG Stadium, Houston | 68,311 | |
| Arrowhead Stadium (Kansas City) | 67,513 | |
| SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles) | 69,650 | |
| Hard Rock Stadium, Miami | 64,091 | |
| MetLife Stadium, New York | 78,576 | |
| Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia | 65,827 | |
| Levi's Stadium, San Francisco | 69,391 | |
| Lumen Field, Seattle | 65,123 |