This is it — no safety nets, no second chances. When Paraguay and Australia collide in Group D’s final matchday, it’s basically a knockout game disguised as group-stage football. Both sides are locked on three points apiece, and only one gets to pack their bags for the Round of 16. With the USA already through at the top, all the drama funnels right here to Levi’s Stadium. Buckle up.
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Paraguay vs Australia Match Timings & Venue
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| 📍 Venue | Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara (SF Bay Area) |
| 📆 Date | June 25–26, 2026 |
| ⏰ Kick-off (PT) | 7:00 PM (June 25) |
| ⏰ Kick-off (EST) | 10:00 PM (June 25) |
| ⏰ Kick-off (BST) | 2:00 AM (June 26) |
| ⏰ Kick-off (IST) | 6:30 AM (June 26) |
| 🏆 Competition | FIFA World Cup 2026 – Group D, Matchday 3 |
How to Watch Paraguay vs Australia
| Region | Channel / Platform |
|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 USA | Fox Sports, Telemundo |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | SBS, Optus Sport |
| 🇬🇧 UK | ITV, BBC, ITVX (free stream) |
| 🌍 Global | FIFA+ (free stream) |
International fans can also access geo-restricted streams using a trusted VPN. For a region-by-region streaming guide, visit TechnoSports World Cup Coverage.
Probable Lineups
| Paraguay (4-2-3-1) | Australia (4-3-3) |
|---|---|
| G. Fernández (GK) | Izzo (GK) |
| Alonso, Gómez, Alderete, Rojas | Atkinson, Souttar, Rowles, Bos |
| Cubas, Galarza | Baccus, Irvine, Hrustic |
| Enciso, -, Almirón* | Leckie, Yengi, Goodwin / Irankunda |
| Sanabria | — |
Form Guide (Last 5 Matches)
| Team | Form | GF | GA |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇵🇾 Paraguay | W L W W L | 9 | 8 |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | W L W W L | — | — |
Paraguay revived their World Cup fortunes with a determined defensive display against Türkiye, digging in for a 1-0 victory even after going down to 10 men. Australia beat Türkiye 2-0 on Matchday 1 but suffered a 2-0 defeat to the United States on Matchday 2.
Head-to-Head
These two nations have met five times in total — all in friendly fixtures — making this their first-ever competitive encounter. Australia lead the head-to-head record with two wins and three draws, and their most recent meeting was a 1-0 Australian victory in October 2010.
| Year | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Australia vs Paraguay | 🇦🇺 1–0 |
| Previous | 3 other friendlies | 3 Draws |
Key Players to Watch
Paraguay: Without Almirón, the creative burden falls on Julio Enciso and Matías Galarza — who scored the tournament’s fastest goal against Türkiye. Antonio Sanabria leads the line with 48 caps and 7 international goals to his name.
Australia: Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe, the Socceroos’ scorers against Türkiye, are expected to return after Popovic’s costly omission vs the USA, where their introduction in the second half dramatically improved Australia’s play.
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Match Prediction
The stakes couldn’t be higher. Australia arrive knowing a draw almost certainly sends them through, thanks to their superior goal difference of 0 compared to Paraguay’s -2. Paraguay, meanwhile, simply must win — a draw isn’t enough given the numbers.
Paraguay’s defensive block vs Australia’s pressing midfield is likely to define the game’s shape — expect it to be tight, tense, and decided by fine margins.
Prediction: Australia 1–0 Paraguay (Socceroos advance as Group D runners-up)
How to Watch
Broadcasting varies by region. Here’s a quick guide:
| Region | Broadcaster |
|---|---|
| India | JioTV, Sports18 |
| UK | ITV / BBC |
| Australia | Optus Sport |
| USA | Fox Sports, Telemundo |
| Turkey | TRT Sport |
FAQs
Q1. Can Paraguay still qualify with a draw?
Unlikely. Australia hold second place on goal difference over Paraguay, meaning a draw sends the Socceroos through while condemning Paraguay to an early exit. La Albirroja need a win — and goals — to advance.
Q2. Where can I watch Paraguay vs Australia for free?
Fans globally can stream it free on FIFA+. UK viewers get free coverage on ITV and ITVX. Australian fans can watch on SBS. Check TechnoSports for the full broadcast guide by region.
