Paraguay vs Brazil: A Narrow Victory for the Canarinha
Paraguay suffered a tough 1-0 defeat against Brazil in a tense and hard-fought match at the Defensores del Chaco Stadium in Asunción. The Canarinha secured victory thanks to a solitary goal by Derlis Gómez in the 20th minute, which proved to be the difference in a match where both teams had moments of good play.
The first half was marked by intensity and yellow cards. In the 45th minute, Lucas Paquetá received a caution from Uruguayan referee Andrés Matonte, while Paraguay picked up three yellow cards in the final minutes of the first half: Derlis Gómez, Bobadilla, and D. Gómez.
In the second half, both teams made numerous changes seeking to create attacking danger. However, Paraguay was unable to find the equalizer despite their efforts, while Brazil managed to maintain their lead and control the match.
The match was characterized by a high number of fouls and yellow cards, reflecting the battle that took place on the pitch. Paraguay, with 29% possession, sought to surprise the Canarinha with quick transitions, while Brazil, with 71% possession, sought to impose their rhythm on the game.
Despite the defeat, Paraguay demonstrated great resilience against the South American giant. The Albirroja’s next challenge will be in the upcoming round of South American Qualifiers.
Substitutions paraguay: at minute 39 G. Velazquez came in and O. Alderete went out., at minute 66 R. Sosa came in and D. Gomez went out., at minute 66 A. Arce came in and I. Pitta went out., at minute 85 B. Riveros came in and J. Enciso went out., at minute 86 H. F. Cuenca Martinez came in and M. Almiron went out.
Substitutions brazil: at minute 46 Luiz Henrique came in and B. Guimaraes went out., at minute 46 Joao Pedro came in and Endrick went out., at minute 79 Gerson came in and L. Paqueta went out., at minute 79 Lucas Moura came in and Rodrygo went out., at minute 86 Estevao came in and Guilherme Arana went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
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