Paraguay vs Australia Live Score – Commentary & Match Report
Paraguay vs Australia Live
Waiting for kickoff. The live score, match status, and key events will update here when Group D reaches San Francisco Bay Area Stadium.
Match Stats
Possession, shots, corners, cards, and passing data will appear after the official match feed starts.
Lineups
Official starting XIs remain team sheet pending until FIFA publishes them before kickoff.
Head To Head
Australia lead the verified senior record through five meetings: two wins, three draws, and no Paraguay wins.
Paraguay vs Australia live score coverage follows Group D Match 60 at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium on 25 June 2026. Australia enter second on three points, while Paraguay also have three points and need a win to move above them.
The match kicks off at 22:00 ET in Santa Clara. The live score card will update goals, commentary, stats, lineups, and match status once the official feed starts.
Paraguay vs Australia Match Details
FIFA lists Paraguay vs Australia as Group D Match 60 at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium. Ticketing listings place the match at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, with a 19:00 local start.
The fixture runs at the same time as Türkiye vs USA in Los Angeles. USA have already won the group, so Paraguay and Australia carry the direct second-place fight.
| Detail | Verified Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Paraguay vs Australia |
| Competition | FIFA World Cup 2026 |
| Group | Group D |
| Match Number | 60 |
| Kickoff | 22:00 ET, 25 June 2026 |
| Venue | San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, Santa Clara |
| Live Score Status | Upcoming |
| Lineup Status | Team sheet pending |
Paraguay Form and Stats
Paraguay opened Group D with a 4-1 defeat against USA at Los Angeles Stadium. They recovered by beating Türkiye 2-0 at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium.
That recovery kept Paraguay alive before the final matchday. Gustavo Alfaro’s team need one more win because Australia hold the better goal difference and sit above them.
| Paraguay Snapshot | Status |
|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | #41 |
| Coach | Gustavo Alfaro |
| Group D Record | 1 win, 0 draws, 1 loss |
| Goals For | 3 |
| Goals Against | 4 |
| Key Players | Julio Enciso, Diego Gómez, Gustavo Gómez, Ramón Sosa |
Australia Form and Stats
Australia beat Türkiye 2-0 in Vancouver before losing 2-0 to USA in Seattle. The Socceroos still control second place because a draw keeps them ahead of Paraguay.
Tony Popovic’s team have defended with structure across the group, yet injuries now affect selection. Australia need a compact performance because Paraguay must chase the result.
| Australia Snapshot | Status |
|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | #27 |
| Coach | Tony Popovic |
| Group D Record | 1 win, 0 draws, 1 loss |
| Goals For | 2 |
| Goals Against | 2 |
| Key Players | Jackson Irvine, Mathew Ryan, Nestory Irankunda, Connor Metcalfe |
Paraguay Team News
Paraguay’s official starting XI remains team sheet pending until FIFA releases lineups before kickoff. Miguel Almirón is suspended after his red card in the win over Türkiye.
Almirón’s absence changes Paraguay’s attacking rhythm because he gives the team carrying power from wide and central areas. Enciso and Gómez need to create more of the final-third load.
Australia Team News
Australia’s official team sheet is also pending. Jacob Italiano has been ruled out with an adductor injury, while Mat Leckie is sidelined with a hamstring problem.
Jason Geria and Kai Trewin are leading defensive replacement options, while Irankunda, Metcalfe, and Cristian Volpato remain attacking alternatives. Popovic can still protect the draw if Australia start with control.
Head to Head Record
Paraguay and Australia have five verified senior meetings before this World Cup fixture. Australia have two wins, while three matches ended level.
The last meeting finished Australia 1-0 Paraguay in a 2010 friendly. This San Francisco Bay Area match will be their first men’s World Cup finals meeting.
| H2H Category | Record |
|---|---|
| Senior Meetings Found | 5 |
| Paraguay Wins | 0 |
| Draws | 3 |
| Australia Wins | 2 |
| Goals | Paraguay 2, Australia 4 |
| Last Meeting | Australia 1-0 Paraguay, 2010 friendly |
| World Cup Meetings | 0 |
Key Players to Watch
Julio Enciso is Paraguay’s most important chance creator because he can shoot early and carry pressure between lines. Paraguay need him active because a draw is not enough.
Diego Gómez gives Paraguay midfield arrival and duel strength. If Australia defend deep, his timing around the box can decide whether Paraguay turn possession into shots.
Jackson Irvine sets Australia’s emotional and tactical tone in midfield. Irankunda’s pace can also punish Paraguay if the Socceroos win turnovers and attack open space.
Match Outlook and Stakes
Australia enter with the simpler equation. A win or draw sends them through in second place, while Paraguay must win to overtake them.
That pressure shapes the match. Paraguay need controlled aggression, but chasing too early can leave space for Australia’s runners and set-piece pressure.
The tactical pressure point is Paraguay’s attack without Almirón against Australia’s reshuffled defensive line. First goal control could decide the entire qualification picture.
Group D Standings Card
Group D standings below reflect confirmed results before the final matchday. USA have clinched first place, while Australia and Paraguay meet for second place.
| Team | Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | Goal Difference | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USA | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +5 | 6 |
| Australia | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Paraguay | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -2 | 3 |
| Türkiye | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -3 | 0 |
Match Commentary
Live commentary will track goals, cards, substitutions, tactical shifts, and full-time notes during Paraguay vs Australia.