Paraguay vs Australia World Cup Kickoff Time, Live Stream, Lineups, Prediction

Paraguay face Australia in an important Group D clash at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Australia enter the match with confidence after securing a 2-0 victory over Türkiye in their opening fixture, while Paraguay are looking to respond following a disappointing 4-1 defeat against the United States. With both teams aiming to strengthen their chances of reaching the knockout stage, this promises to be a fiercely contested encounter.

When is Paraguay vs Australia?

Thursday, June 25, 2026

What is Kickoff Time Paraguay vs Australia?

Kick-off Time:

Local Venue (Pacific Time): Thursday, June 25 at 7:00 PM
Paraguay (Asunción Time): Thursday, June 25 at 11:00 PM
United Kingdom (BST): Friday, June 26 at 3:00 AM
Australia (AEST): Friday, June 26 at 12:00 PM (Noon)

Where is Paraguay vs Australia?

Venue: San Francisco Bay Area Stadium (Levi's Stadium), Santa Clara, California, USA
Group: Group D

How To Watch Paraguay vs Australia?

United States:

English: FOX with streaming on FOX Sports App, YouTube TV, FuboTV
Spanish: Telemundo with coverage on Peacock

United Kingdom:

ITV or BBC with streaming on ITVX / BBC iPlayer.

Paraguay:

Local rights holders

Australia:

Local rights holders

Team News Paraguay vs Australia

Paraguay:

Paraguay are expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, focusing on midfield control and quick transitions. After conceding four goals in their opening match, improving defensive organization will be a priority. Creative players and experienced attackers will be relied upon to generate chances on the counterattack.

Australia:

Australia are likely to continue with their energetic 4-3-3 system after a strong performance against Türkiye. The Socceroos have built their success on defensive discipline, physicality, and effectiveness from set-pieces, while also possessing pace and directness in attack.

Paraguay vs Australia Head 2 Head Record

Paraguay and Australia have rarely faced each other in competitive international football. Both nations have a history of producing disciplined and hard-working teams, making this an intriguing matchup between South American resilience and Australian determination.

Paraguay vs Australia Lineups Prediction

Paraguay predicted XI (4-2-3-1):

Gatito Fernández; Alonso, Gómez, Alderete, Rojas; Cubas, Villasanti; Almirón, Enciso, Sosa; Sanabria.

Australia predicted XI (4-3-3):

Paul Izzo; Atkinson, Souttar, Rowles, Bos; Baccus, Irvine, Hrustic; Leckie, Goodwin; Yengi.

Paraguay vs Australia Prediction

This match is expected to be closely contested, with both sides relying on organization and physical intensity. Australia will take confidence from their opening victory and may look to exploit Paraguay's defensive vulnerabilities that were exposed in their first game.

Paraguay, however, have enough quality and experience to respond positively. Their midfield strength and counter-attacking threat could cause problems for the Socceroos, particularly if they are able to regain the defensive discipline traditionally associated with Paraguayan football.

Scores Prediction: Paraguay 1-1 Australia

Best Bet

• Under 2.5 Goals
• Both Teams To Score – No
• Draw
• Miguel Almirón Anytime Goalscorer or Assist

Paraguay will be desperate to avoid another defeat, while Australia know that a positive result would significantly boost their qualification hopes. Expect a tight and physical battle with limited scoring opportunities, making a draw a strong possibility in this Group D showdown.


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