Paraguay vs Brazil: Preview, Prediction, Lineups and Team News | Copa America 2024
Preview
Paraguay vs Brazil will take place in Copa America 2024 at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on June 29 as the two Group D sides will look to earn their first win.
La Albiroja will enter this game on the back of a 2-1 defeat against Colombia in their opening game of the tournament. James Rodriguez starred for Los Cafeteros as he provided two first-half assists and led his team to victory, while Paraguay grabbed a consolation goal in the second half. They will look to be more clinical in front of goal in their next one.
Selecao will enter this game on the back of a disappointing 0-0 draw against Costa Rica in their first game. They did well to prevent their opponents from hitting the target but attempted a whopping 19 shots with just three of those on target. They had the ball for nearly three-fourths of the match and also completed nearly thrice as many passes as their opponents and will look to put their chances away in the next game.
That said, let’s take a look at the team news coming out of both camps.
Paraguay vs Brazil Team News
Paraguay National Football Team
Manager Daniel Oscar Garnero fielded a strong lineup in the last game and they did well to score and put up a fight against Colombia. However, they will need to be at the same level if not better against Brazil. He will stick with the same lineup.
Rodrigo Morinigo will take his place between the sticks with skipper Fabian Balbuena partnering Omar Alderete in central defence ahead of him. Andres Cubas and Mathias Villasanti will man the midfield, with Miguel Almiron and Julio Enciso playing out wide. Alex Arce will play as the striker.
Brazil National Football Team
Manager Dorival Junior fielded his strongest lineup in the last game but his team were unable to execute the game-plan properly. However, they were solid in defence and also played silky football at times so he will stick with the same XI.
Alisson will be the goalkeeper, with Marquinhos and Eder Militao as his centre-backs and captain Danilo playing on the right. Bruno Guimaraes and Joao Gomes will play as the double-pivot midfield, with Rodrygo and Raphinha out wide. Lucas Paqueta will play as the attacking midfielder, with Vinicius Junior leading the line.
Predicted Lineups
Paraguay National Football Team Lineup
Rodrigo Morinigo (GK); Gustavo Velazquez, Fabian Balbuena (C), Omar Alderete, Matias Espinoza; Mathias Villasanti, Andres Cubas, Hernesto Caballero; Miguel Almiron, Alex Arce, Julio Enciso.
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Brazil National Football Team Lineup
Alisson (GK); Danilo (C), Eder Militao, Marquinhos, Guilherme Arana; Bruno Guimaraes, Joao Gomes; Raphinha, Lucas Paqueta, Rodrygo; Vinicius Junior.
Key Players to Watch
- Julio Enciso (Paraguay) – Despite his team losing the game, Enciso will be brimming with confidence after scoring his team’s consolation goal. He attempted a total of four shots but just two were on target. He also completed six dribbles and won an incredible 11 duels, showing great presence of mind.
- Lucas Paqueta (Brazil) – The midfielder had an incredible game with the ball at his feet against Costa Rica. He passed the ball with 72% accuracy, including two key passes. He also attempted five shots but was unlucky as all of them were off-target. He also won 10 duels and completed one dribble and will look to run the show again.
Head-to-Head Record
These two teams have faced each other fairly often considering they are both part of the CONMEBOL. However, Brazil have been very dominant in their last five meetings, winning four of those, with the other game being a draw.
Last 5 Games
- Brazil 4-0 Paraguay [02/22]
- Paraguay 0-2 Brazil [06/21]
- Brazil 0-0 Paraguay (4-3 pens) [06/19]
- Brazil 3-0 Paraguay [17/02]
- Paraguay 2-2 Brazil [03/16]
Paraguay vs Brazil Prediction
Considering recent history between these two teams as well as current form in the tournament, this game is likely to produce multiple goals, but it will mostly end in Brazil’s favour.
Prediction: Paraguay 1-2 Brazil.
When & Where to watch Paraguay vs Brazil live?
Q. When & where will the game kick-off?
A. Paraguay vs Brazil will be played at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on Saturday, June 29 and will kick-off at 02:00 (GMT).
Q. Where will the match be telecast in the UK?
A. Premier Sports will be telecasting the match.
Q. Where will the match be shown in the USA?
A. Fox Sports will do the English telecast, while TUDN will do the Spanish one.
Q. Where will the game be shown in Paraguay?
A. Unicanal, Telefuturo and SNT will be showing the game live.
Q. Where will the game be shown in Brazil?
A. Grupo Globo will be showing the game live.
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