Paraguay vs Australia Stats, Match Statistics, xG & Player Data
(Santa Clara)
Paraguay vs Australia stats start from a Group D match at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, where the Paraguay national football team face the Australia national soccer team on 25 June 2026. Both teams enter on three points, with Australia holding the stronger goal difference and Paraguay coming off a 1-0 win over Turkiye. The public xG, shot, possession, and goalkeeper data point to a narrow matchup with knockout qualification pressure on both sides.
Paraguay World Cup 2026 squad and fixtures show a team that recovered from defeat to the USA by beating Turkiye. Australia World Cup 2026 squad and fixtures show a side with one win, one loss, and a better goal-difference position. The match sits inside the World Cup 2026 Group D standings and fixtures race, with second place still open before kickoff.
The fixture is scheduled at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium in Santa Clara. It also belongs in the World Cup 2026 stats and records tracker because both teams enter with one clean sheet and low xG averages. Full match stats should replace these pre-match averages after the official feed closes.
Paraguay vs Australia Stats – Match Statistics Overview
Paraguay’s numbers show a low-volume profile after two group matches. They average 1.0 goal, 0.5 xG, and 7.0 shots per match in FOX’s public data. Their defensive record is more uneven because the 4-1 loss to the USA still weighs on the goals-against average.
Australia have a slightly cleaner defensive base. They average 1.0 goal, 0.6 xG, and 6.5 shots per match. The difference is their 2-0 win over Turkiye gave them a stronger goal-difference position before this direct qualification fight.
Paraguay vs Australia Stats Snapshot
The snapshot uses verified public pre-match data because the official match feed has not opened yet. Australia lead in possession, xG, chances created, save volume, and goals conceded per match. Paraguay still have enough attacking quality through Enciso, Gomez, and Galarza to make the game tight.
| Stat | Paraguay | Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Group Points | 3 | 3 |
| Goals Per Match | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| xG Per Match | 0.5 | 0.6 |
| Goals Against Per Match | 2.0 | 1.0 |
| Shots Per Match | 7.0 | 6.5 |
| Average Possession | 33% | 41% |
| Chances Created Avg | 4.5 | 5.0 |
Attacking Stats Comparison
Neither attack has created a dominant tournament profile yet. Paraguay have scored twice, with Matias Galarza and Mauricio listed as goal leaders in ESPN’s feed. Julio Enciso gives them the clearest creative route with two assists.
Australia have also scored twice, with Connor Metcalfe and Nestory Irankunda leading the goal data. Their xG edge is small, but it matters in a match where one goal may change qualification math. Australia need better shot quality if Paraguay defend in a deeper block.
| Attack Stat | Paraguay | Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Per Match | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| Expected Goals Avg | 0.5 | 0.6 |
| Shots Per Match | 7.0 | 6.5 |
| Chances Created Avg | 4.5 | 5.0 |
| Shot Conversion | 14% | 15% |
| Leading Scorer | Matias Galarza / Mauricio | Connor Metcalfe / Nestory Irankunda |
Defensive Stats Comparison
Paraguay have one clean sheet, but they have also conceded four goals. Orlando Gil has eight saves in ESPN’s player leaders, which shows Paraguay have faced enough pressure to need goalkeeper intervention. The key defensive task is keeping Australia from turning wide service into second balls.
Australia have conceded two goals and kept one clean sheet. Patrick Beach leads their save data with nine stops, while FOX lists his keeper save rate at 25%. The numbers support a cautious game where both teams protect the first goal.
| Defensive Stat | Paraguay | Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Against | 4 | 2 |
| Goals Against Per Match | 2.0 | 1.0 |
| Clean Sheets | 1 | 1 |
| Keeper Saves | 8 | 9 |
| Keeper Save Percentage | 18% | 25% |
| Unavailable Defender | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
Passing and Possession Analysis
Australia hold the possession edge in FOX’s public averages at 41% to Paraguay’s 33%. Those are not high-control numbers, so transitions and rest defense should matter more than long passing spells. Paraguay can still hurt Australia if Enciso receives between the lines.
Australia’s passing leaders point to a midfield built around Paul Okon-Engstler and Aiden O’Neill. Paraguay’s accurate-pass data runs through Andres Cubas and Enciso. The team that protects central turnovers should have the cleaner route to goal.
| Passing Stat | Paraguay | Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Average Possession | 33% | 41% |
| Chances Created Avg | 4.5 | 5.0 |
| Accurate Pass Leader | Andres Cubas | Paul Okon-Engstler |
| Passes Per Match | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Pass Accuracy | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Crosses Avg | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
Key Player Statistics
Paraguay’s key player data starts with Enciso. He has two assists, three shots, and 34 accurate passes in ESPN’s public feed. Diego Gomez leads Paraguay in total shots with five, while Orlando Gil’s eight saves keep the defensive numbers relevant.
Australia’s player data is spread across midfield, attack, and goalkeeping. Metcalfe has one goal and two shots on target, Irankunda has one goal and a 0.5 xG marker, and Beach has nine saves. Those three numbers explain why Australia enter with a better goal difference.
| Player | Team | Key Data |
|---|---|---|
| Matias Galarza | Paraguay | 1 goal, 1 shot on goal |
| Julio Enciso | Paraguay | 2 assists, 3 shots, 34 accurate passes |
| Orlando Gil | Paraguay | 8 saves, 1 clean sheet |
| Connor Metcalfe | Australia | 1 goal, 2 shots on goal |
| Patrick Beach | Australia | 9 saves, 1 clean sheet |
Expected Goals Analysis
The xG comparison is narrow. FOX lists Paraguay at 0.5 xG per match and Australia at 0.6. That small gap fits a fixture where both teams may protect shape before pushing numbers forward.
The defensive xG pressure sits behind the headline numbers. ESPN lists Paraguay with four goals conceded and Australia with two, while the keeper save totals show both teams have needed stops. The full-time update should focus on whether either team creates enough high-value shots to break the low-margin pattern.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is Paraguay vs Australia?
Paraguay vs Australia is scheduled for 25 June 2026 at 22:00 ET in Santa Clara, which is 02:00 UTC on 26 June.
What are the Paraguay vs Australia xG stats?
Before kickoff, FOX lists Paraguay at 0.5 xG per match and Australia at 0.6 xG per match.
Who has the better attacking stats?
The attacking numbers are close. Paraguay have slightly more shots, while Australia have a small edge in xG and chances created.
Which players lead the key stats?
Julio Enciso leads Paraguay with two assists. Connor Metcalfe and Nestory Irankunda lead Australia with one goal each.
Will the stats update after full time?
Yes. Full match stats, xG, shots, possession, player data, and event details should replace the pre-match averages after the official feed closes.
Paraguay vs Australia stats point to a tight Group D match with little separation in goal and xG averages.
Australia enter with the cleaner defensive record, while Paraguay need Enciso and Gomez to turn limited possession into sharper chances.
The full-time update should focus on which team handles the qualification pressure better in a low-margin game.
