Australia and Paraguay face off at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara on Thursday, June 25, 2026, in a decisive Group D match of the FIFA World Cup.
Both teams are vying for the runner-up position, as the United States has already secured the group title.
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Australia holds a superior goal difference, meaning a draw would be enough to advance to the knockout stage.
Paraguay, on the other hand, must win to overtake Australia and secure their place in the next round.
Both sides enter this match after losses to the United States. Australia previously defeated Turkey 2-0, while Paraguay earned a 1-0 win against the same opponent.
Team News and Injuries
Paraguay will be without midfielder Miguel Almiron, who is suspended after receiving a red card against Turkey.
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The team also has injury concerns over Ramon Sosa and Gustavo Caballero.
Australia is monitoring the fitness of Mathew Leckie, who suffered a muscle injury on June 19.
Defender Cameron Burgess may be replaced in the starting lineup following his performance against the United States.
This encounter marks the first competitive match between the two nations.
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Historically, they have met five times in international friendlies, with Australia undefeated, recording two wins and three draws.
