{"id":624167,"date":"2026-06-24T07:30:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-24T02:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/paraguay-vs-australia-prediction-and-odds-world-cup-26-06-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-06-24T07:30:00","modified_gmt":"2026-06-24T02:00:00","slug":"paraguay-vs-australia-prediction-and-odds-world-cup-26-06-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/paraguay-vs-australia-prediction-and-odds-world-cup-26-06-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Paraguay vs Australia: Prediction and Odds, World Cup, 26\/06\/2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"mux-hero\">\n    <div class=\"mux-hero-card\">\n        <div class=\"mux-hero-matchup\">\n            <div class=\"mux-hero-breadcrumb\">\n                <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"mux-hero-league-logo\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/leagues\/world-cup.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\">\n                <span class=\"mux-hero-breadcrumb-text\">World Cup<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"mux-hero-teams\">\n                <div class=\"mux-hero-team\">\n                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"mux-hero-team-logo\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/teams\/paraguay.png\" alt=\"Paraguay\" width=\"68\" height=\"68\">\n                    <span class=\"mux-hero-team-name\">Paraguay<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"mux-hero-center\">\n                    <span class=\"mux-hero-date\">26 Jun 2026<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"mux-hero-time\">03:00<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"mux-hero-team\">\n                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"mux-hero-team-logo\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/teams\/australia.png\" alt=\"Australia\" width=\"68\" height=\"68\">\n                    <span class=\"mux-hero-team-name\">Australia<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"mux-hero-prono\">\n            <span class=\"mux-hero-prono-label\">Prediction:<\/span>\n            <div class=\"mux-hero-prono-pick\">\n                <span class=\"mux-hero-prono-text\">Paraguay to win<\/span>\n                <span class=\"mux-hero-prono-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-dafabet-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"dafabet.com\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.18<\/a><\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <a class=\"mux-hero-cta trk-cta-img\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-dafabet-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Image\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>View Odds<img class=\"mux-hero-cta-logo\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/bookmakers\/dafabet.com.png\" alt=\"Dafabet\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"> &gt;<\/a>\n            \n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"mux-hero-vote\">\n            <span class=\"mux-hero-vote-title\">Pick your prediction<\/span>\n            <div class=\"mux-hero-vote-buttons\"><a class=\"mux-hero-vote-btn trk-cta-img\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-dafabet-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Image\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/teams\/paraguay.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\"> Paraguay<\/a><a class=\"mux-hero-vote-btn trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-dafabet-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>Draw<\/a><a class=\"mux-hero-vote-btn trk-cta-img\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-dafabet-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Image\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/teams\/australia.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\"> Australia<\/a><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"mux-label-badge\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/leagues\/world-cup.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" style=\"vertical-align:middle;margin-right:4px;\">World Cup &middot; 3<\/div><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Paraguay vs Australia: Prediction and Odds, World Cup, 26\/06\/2026<\/h1><div class=\"mux-meta-bar\"><span><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><rect width=\"18\" height=\"18\" x=\"3\" y=\"4\" rx=\"2\" ry=\"2\"><\/rect><line x1=\"16\" x2=\"16\" y1=\"2\" y2=\"6\"><\/line><line x1=\"8\" x2=\"8\" y1=\"2\" y2=\"6\"><\/line><line x1=\"3\" x2=\"21\" y1=\"10\" y2=\"10\"><\/line><\/svg> 26 Jun 2026<\/span>\n<span><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M20 10c0 6-8 12-8 12s-8-6-8-12a8 8 0 0 1 16 0Z\"><\/path><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"10\" r=\"3\"><\/circle><\/svg> San Francisco Bay Area Stadium<\/span>\n<span><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M19 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-4-4H9a4 4 0 0 0-4 4v2\"><\/path><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\"><\/circle><\/svg> Emmanuel Taiwo<\/span><\/div><p>Levi's Stadium hosts a fascinating first-ever World Cup meeting between Paraguay and Australia on 26 June 2026, with Group D qualification hanging in the balance. Paraguay return to the tournament after a 16-year absence, while the Socceroos carry momentum from their opening win over Turkey. Australia's form makes them slight favourites at <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-dafabet-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"dafabet.com\" data-t=\"away\">3.45<\/a>.<\/p><div class=\"mux-tip-box\">\n    <div class=\"mux-tip-label\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polygon points=\"12 2 15.09 8.26 22 9.27 17 14.14 18.18 21.02 12 17.77 5.82 21.02 7 14.14 2 9.27 8.91 8.26 12 2\"><\/polygon><\/svg> Our prediction<\/div>\n    <div class=\"mux-tip-main\">X2: Double Chance Draw or Australia<\/div>\n    <div class=\"mux-tip-row\">\n        <span class=\"mux-tip-odd-badge\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-dafabet-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"dafabet.com\" data-t=\"away\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>3.45<\/a><\/span>\n        <span class=\"mux-tip-bk\">on Dafabet<img class=\"mux-tip-bk-logo\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/bookmakers\/dafabet.com.png\" alt=\"Dafabet\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><\/span>\n        <span class=\"mux-tip-conf\">&middot; Confidence Medium<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mux-tip-desc\">Australia's defensive resilience, superior recent form, and the confidence gained from their opening victory over Turkey make the X2 double chance the smartest play here.<\/div>\n    <div class=\"mux-tip-compliance\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"11\" height=\"11\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"><\/circle><polyline points=\"12 6 12 12 16 14\"><\/polyline><\/svg> Odds recorded on 31 Aug 2026 at 01:46 &middot; Odds are subject to change<\/div>\n<\/div><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Projected final score: 0-1<\/h3><p>Australia's defensive solidity is the cornerstone of this prediction. Conceding just 0.6 goals per match across their last five outings, including a commanding 2-0 win over Turkey, the Socceroos have the structure to frustrate Paraguay. With Julio Enciso doubtful due to a quadriceps tear, Paraguay lose their sharpest creative outlet, and <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-dafabet-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"dafabet.com\" data-t=\"away\">3.45<\/a> reflects genuine value on Australia.<\/p><p>A low-scoring affair is strongly anticipated. Paraguay's attack is blunted without Enciso, while Australia's 5-4-1 defensive block under Popovic is designed to limit chances. Both sides carry attacking absences, and Paraguay's leaky defensive record of 1.4 goals conceded per match suggests one goal may prove decisive. 1.32 aligns naturally with this cautious, tight encounter.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended Bets for Paraguay vs Australia<\/h2><div id=\"mux-recommended-bets\" class=\"mux-widget\">\n    <div class=\"mux-sc-header\"><h3>Recommended Bets<\/h3><\/div>\n    <table class=\"mux-sc-table\">\n        <thead><tr><th><\/th><th>Dafabet<\/th><th>1xBet<\/th><th>MelBet<\/th><th>Stake<\/th><th>bc.game<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n        <tbody><tr><td><strong>Paraguay to win<\/strong><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-sc-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-dafabet-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"dafabet.com\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.18<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-sc-odd-best\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-1xbet-prono-int-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"1xbet.com\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.60<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-sc-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-melbet-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"melbet.com\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.66<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-sc-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-stake-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"stake.bet.br\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.80<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-sc-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-bc-game-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"bc.game\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.50<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>BTTS Yes<\/strong><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-sc-odd\"><span class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--na\">&middot;<\/span><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-sc-odd\"><span class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--na\">&middot;<\/span><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-sc-odd\"><span class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--na\">&middot;<\/span><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-sc-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-stake-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"stake.bet.br\" data-t=\"btts_yes\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.16<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-sc-odd-best\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-bc-game-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"bc.game\" data-t=\"btts_yes\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.76<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody>\n    <\/table>\n    <p class=\"mux-odds-timestamp\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"11\" height=\"11\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"><\/circle><polyline points=\"12 6 12 12 16 14\"><\/polyline><\/svg> Odds recorded on 31 Aug 2026 at 01:46 &middot; Odds are subject to change<\/p>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Paraguay vs Australia, Odds Comparison<\/h2><div id=\"mux-odds-compare-ext\" class=\"mux-widget\">\n    <div class=\"mux-oce-header\"><h3>Odds comparison<\/h3><\/div>\n    <div class=\"mux-oce-table-wrap\">\n        <table class=\"mux-oce-table\">\n            <thead><tr><th><\/th><th>Dafabet<\/th><th>1xBet<\/th><th>MelBet<\/th><th>Stake<\/th><th>bc.game<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n            <tbody><tr><td>Paraguay to win<\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-dafabet-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"dafabet.com\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.18<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-best\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-1xbet-prono-int-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"1xbet.com\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.60<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-melbet-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"melbet.com\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.66<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-stake-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"stake.bet.br\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.80<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-bc-game-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"bc.game\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.50<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Draw<\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-best\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-dafabet-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"dafabet.com\" data-t=\"draw\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>3.25<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-1xbet-prono-int-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"1xbet.com\" data-t=\"draw\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.45<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-melbet-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"melbet.com\" data-t=\"draw\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.20<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-stake-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"stake.bet.br\" data-t=\"draw\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.23<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-bc-game-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"bc.game\" data-t=\"draw\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.54<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Australia to win<\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-dafabet-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"dafabet.com\" data-t=\"away\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>3.45<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-best\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-1xbet-prono-int-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"1xbet.com\" data-t=\"away\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>4.19<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-melbet-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"melbet.com\" data-t=\"away\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>4.48<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-stake-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"stake.bet.br\" data-t=\"away\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>4.00<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-bc-game-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"bc.game\" data-t=\"away\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>3.90<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>BTTS Yes<\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><span class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--na\">&middot;<\/span><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><span class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--na\">&middot;<\/span><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><span class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--na\">&middot;<\/span><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-stake-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"stake.bet.br\" data-t=\"btts_yes\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.16<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-best\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-bc-game-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"bc.game\" data-t=\"btts_yes\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.76<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody>\n        <\/table>\n    <\/div>\n    <p class=\"mux-odds-timestamp\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"11\" height=\"11\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"><\/circle><polyline points=\"12 6 12 12 16 14\"><\/polyline><\/svg> Odds recorded on 31 Aug 2026 at 01:46 &middot; Odds are subject to change<\/p>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Match Analysis<\/h2><p>Australia arrive as the data-backed favourite despite longer odds at <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-dafabet-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"dafabet.com\" data-t=\"away\">3.45<\/a>, boasting a five-match defensive record of just 0.6 goals conceded per game and a commanding 2-0 opening win over Turkey under Tony Popovic.<\/p><ul class=\"mux-analysis-pros wp-block-list\"><li><strong>0.6 goals conceded per match<\/strong> across their last five outings, underlining elite defensive solidity.<\/li><li><strong>2-0 win over Turkey<\/strong> in the opening group game, with goalkeeper Patrick Beach making eight saves.<\/li><li><strong>Unbeaten H2H record<\/strong> versus Paraguay: one win and one draw across both historical meetings.<\/li><li>Popovic's <strong>5-4-1 defensive structure<\/strong> proven capable of absorbing pressure even without Miller, McGree and D'Agostino.<\/li><\/ul><p>Paraguay return to the World Cup after a <strong>16-year absence<\/strong> and face a steep challenge at <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-dafabet-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"dafabet.com\" data-t=\"home\">2.18<\/a>, with Julio Enciso doubtful due to a quadriceps tear, stripping the Albirroja of their most dynamic attacking threat.<\/p><ul class=\"mux-analysis-cons wp-block-list\"><li><strong>1.4 goals conceded per game<\/strong> in their last five matches reveals persistent defensive fragility.<\/li><li>Enciso's <strong>quadriceps tear and hamstring tightness<\/strong> remove Paraguay's primary creative and dribbling outlet.<\/li><li><strong>16-year World Cup absence<\/strong> leaves an untested squad with no proven experience at this level.<\/li><\/ul><p class=\"mux-callout\"><strong>Key point:<\/strong> With both defences likely to dominate and Enciso absent, a low-scoring affair looks probable; the draw double chance covering Australia suits cautious backers at <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-dafabet-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"dafabet.com\" data-t=\"draw\">3.25<\/a>.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Statistics and Head-to-Head<\/h2><div id=\"mux-ctx\">\n    <h3 class=\"mux-ctx-title\">Form &amp; Statistics: Paraguay vs Australia<\/h3>\n    <div class=\"mux-ctx-card\">\n        <div class=\"mux-ctx-columns\"><div class=\"mux-ctx-col\">\n                <h4 class=\"mux-ctx-team-name\">Paraguay<\/h4>\n                <p class=\"mux-ctx-subtitle\">Recent form<\/p>\n            <div class=\"mux-ctx-form-badges\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-w\">W<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-l\">L<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-w\">W<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-l\">L<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-w\">W<\/span><\/div>\n            <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl\">\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-item\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-bar mux-ctx-bar-w\"><\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-label\">Wins<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-value\">3\/5 (60%)<\/span><\/div>\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-item\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-bar mux-ctx-bar-d\"><\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-label\">Draws<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-value\">0\/5 (0%)<\/span><\/div>\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-item\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-bar mux-ctx-bar-l\"><\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-label\">Losses<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-value\">2\/5 (40%)<\/span><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <p class=\"mux-ctx-stats-title\">Season statistics (5)<\/p>\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-stats-grid\">\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">2.6<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Total goals<\/span><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">46%<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Both teams score<\/span><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">1.2<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Goals scored<\/span><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">1.4<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Goals conceded<\/span><\/div>\n                    \n                <\/div>\n            <\/div><div class=\"mux-ctx-col\">\n                <h4 class=\"mux-ctx-team-name\">Australia<\/h4>\n                <p class=\"mux-ctx-subtitle\">Recent form<\/p>\n            <div class=\"mux-ctx-form-badges\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-l\">L<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-w\">W<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-d\">D<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-l\">L<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-w\">W<\/span><\/div>\n            <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl\">\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-item\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-bar mux-ctx-bar-w\"><\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-label\">Wins<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-value\">2\/5 (40%)<\/span><\/div>\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-item\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-bar mux-ctx-bar-d\"><\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-label\">Draws<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-value\">1\/5 (20%)<\/span><\/div>\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-item\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-bar mux-ctx-bar-l\"><\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-label\">Losses<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-value\">2\/5 (40%)<\/span><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <p class=\"mux-ctx-stats-title\">Season statistics (5)<\/p>\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-stats-grid\">\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">2.1<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Total goals<\/span><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">31%<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Both teams score<\/span><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">1.2<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Goals scored<\/span><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">0.9<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Goals conceded<\/span><\/div>\n                    \n                <\/div>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div><div id=\"mux-stats-h2h\" class=\"mux-widget\">\n    <table class=\"mux-sh2h-table\">\n        <thead><tr><th class=\"mux-sh2h-label-th\">Statistic<\/th><th class=\"mux-sh2h-home-th\">Paraguay<\/th><th><\/th><th class=\"mux-sh2h-away-th\">Australia<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n        <tbody><tr><td class=\"mux-sh2h-label\">Last 5 results<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-home\">3W 2L<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-sep\">&middot;<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-away\">2W 1D 2L<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"mux-sh2h-label\">Avg goals scored<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-home\">1.2<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-sep\">&middot;<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-away\">1.2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"mux-sh2h-label\">Avg goals conceded<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-home\">1.4<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-sep\">&middot;<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-away\">0.9<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"mux-sh2h-label\">Under 2.5 (last 5)<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-home\">2\/5<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-sep\">&middot;<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-away\">4\/5<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody>\n    <\/table>\n<\/div><div id=\"mux-odds-tbl\">\n    <h3 class=\"mux-ot-title\">Probabilities &amp; Odds: Paraguay vs Australia<\/h3>\n    <span class=\"mux-ot-source\">Source : Dafabet<\/span>\n    <div class=\"mux-ot-table-wrap\">\n        <table class=\"mux-ot-table\">\n            <thead><tr><th class=\"mux-ot-col-market\">Market<\/th><th class=\"mux-ot-col-prob\">Probability<\/th><th class=\"mux-ot-col-odd\">Odds<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n            <tbody><tr><td class=\"mux-ot-col-market\"><strong>Paraguay to win<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-prob\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-dafabet-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" style=\"color:inherit;text-decoration:none\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'><span class=\"mux-odd\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"dafabet.com\" data-t=\"prob_home\">45.9%<\/span><\/a><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-dafabet-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"dafabet.com\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.18<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"mux-ot-col-market\"><strong>Draw<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-prob\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-dafabet-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" style=\"color:inherit;text-decoration:none\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'><span class=\"mux-odd\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"dafabet.com\" data-t=\"prob_draw\">30.8%<\/span><\/a><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-dafabet-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"dafabet.com\" data-t=\"draw\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>3.25<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"mux-ot-col-market\"><strong>Australia to win<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-prob\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-dafabet-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" style=\"color:inherit;text-decoration:none\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'><span class=\"mux-odd\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"dafabet.com\" data-t=\"prob_away\">29%<\/span><\/a><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-dafabet-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"dafabet.com\" data-t=\"away\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>3.45<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"mux-ot-col-market\"><strong>Both teams to score (Yes)<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-prob\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-stake-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" style=\"color:inherit;text-decoration:none\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'><span class=\"mux-odd\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"stake.bet.br\" data-t=\"prob_btts_yes\">86.2%<\/span><\/a><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-stake-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"stake.bet.br\" data-t=\"btts_yes\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.16<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"mux-ot-col-market\"><strong>Over 2.5 goals<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-prob\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-bc-game-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" style=\"color:inherit;text-decoration:none\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'><span class=\"mux-odd\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"bc.game\" data-t=\"prob_over_2_5\">27%<\/span><\/a><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-bc-game-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"bc.game\" data-t=\"over_2_5\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>3.70<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"mux-ot-col-market\"><strong>Under 2.5 goals<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-prob\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-bc-game-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" style=\"color:inherit;text-decoration:none\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'><span class=\"mux-odd\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"bc.game\" data-t=\"prob_under_2_5\">80.6%<\/span><\/a><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-bc-game-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"bc.game\" data-t=\"under_2_5\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.24<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody>\n        <\/table>\n    <\/div>\n    <p class=\"mux-ot-footer\">Odds may vary<\/p>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Match Information<\/h2><div id=\"mux-match-info\" class=\"mux-widget\"><div class=\"mux-mi-grid\"><div class=\"mux-mi-item\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M6 9H4.5a2.5 2.5 0 0 1 0-5H6\"><\/path><path d=\"M18 9h1.5a2.5 2.5 0 0 0 0-5H18\"><\/path><path d=\"M4 22h16\"><\/path><path d=\"M10 14.66V17c0 .55-.47.98-.97 1.21C7.85 18.75 7 20.24 7 22\"><\/path><path d=\"M14 14.66V17c0 .55.47.98.97 1.21C16.15 18.75 17 20.24 17 22\"><\/path><path d=\"M18 2H6v7a6 6 0 0 0 12 0V2Z\"><\/path><\/svg><span><strong>Competition:<\/strong> World Cup<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mux-mi-item\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M4 15s1-1 4-1 5 2 8 2 4-1 4-1V3s-1 1-4 1-5-2-8-2-4 1-4 1z\"><\/path><line x1=\"4\" x2=\"4\" y1=\"22\" y2=\"15\"><\/line><\/svg><span><strong>Stage:<\/strong> Group Stage, 3<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mux-mi-item\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><rect width=\"18\" height=\"18\" x=\"3\" y=\"4\" rx=\"2\" ry=\"2\"><\/rect><line x1=\"16\" x2=\"16\" y1=\"2\" y2=\"6\"><\/line><line x1=\"8\" x2=\"8\" y1=\"2\" y2=\"6\"><\/line><line x1=\"3\" x2=\"21\" y1=\"10\" y2=\"10\"><\/line><\/svg><span><strong>Date:<\/strong> 26 Jun 2026<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mux-mi-item\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"><\/circle><polyline points=\"12 6 12 12 16 14\"><\/polyline><\/svg><span><strong>Time:<\/strong> 03:00 BST<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mux-mi-item\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M20 10c0 6-8 12-8 12s-8-6-8-12a8 8 0 0 1 16 0Z\"><\/path><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"10\" r=\"3\"><\/circle><\/svg><span><strong>Stadium:<\/strong> San Francisco Bay Area Stadium<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"mux-lineup\">\n    <div class=\"mux-lineup-header\">\n        <span class=\"mux-lineup-status mux-lineup-status-probable\">Probable lineup<\/span>\n        <h3 class=\"mux-lineup-title\">Lineups: Paraguay vs Australia<\/h3>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mux-lineup-card\">\n        <div class=\"mux-lineup-columns\"><div class=\"mux-lineup-col\"><h4 class=\"mux-lineup-team\">Paraguay<\/h4><div class=\"mux-lineup-formation\">4-2-3-1<\/div><p class=\"mux-lineup-section-label\">Starters<\/p><ol class=\"mux-lineup-list mux-lineup-starters\"><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">1<\/span> Roberto Fernandez<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">2<\/span> Juan Caceres<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">3<\/span> Omar Alderete<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">4<\/span> Gustavo Gomez<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">5<\/span> Junior Alonso<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">6<\/span> Dami&aacute;n Bobadilla<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">7<\/span> Andres Cubas<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">8<\/span> Miguel Almiron<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">9<\/span> Diego Gomez<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">10<\/span> Mat&iacute;as Galarza<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">11<\/span> Antonio Sanabria<\/li><\/ol><\/div><div class=\"mux-lineup-col\"><h4 class=\"mux-lineup-team\">Australia<\/h4><div class=\"mux-lineup-formation\">5-4-1<\/div><p class=\"mux-lineup-section-label\">Starters<\/p><ol class=\"mux-lineup-list mux-lineup-starters\"><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">1<\/span> Mathew Ryan<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">2<\/span> Jacob Italiano<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">3<\/span> Alessandro Circati<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">4<\/span> Harry Souttar<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">5<\/span> Lucas Herrington<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">6<\/span> Jordan Bos<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">7<\/span> Connor Metcalfe<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">8<\/span> Jackson Irvine<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">9<\/span> Aiden O'Neill<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">10<\/span> Mathew Leckie<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">11<\/span> Mohamed Toure<\/li><\/ol><div class=\"mux-lineup-absent-section\"><p class=\"mux-lineup-section-label\">Absent<\/p><ul class=\"mux-lineup-absent-list\"><li>Lewis Miller <span class=\"mux-lineup-absent-reason\">(Achilles injury, confirmed in February 2026, with an expected nine-month recovery period.)<\/span><\/li><li>Riley McGree <span class=\"mux-lineup-absent-reason\">(Hamstring injury sustained in late May 2026, ruling him out of the World Cup due to insufficient recovery time.)<\/span><\/li><li>Nick D'Agostino <span class=\"mux-lineup-absent-reason\">(Leg injury suffered in training, leading to his departure from the pre-camp in late May 2026.)<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <p class=\"mux-lineup-confidence\">Low confidence<\/p>\n<\/div><p class=\"mux-lineup-narrative\">Paraguay's speculated 4-2-3-1 carries a confidence caveat, drawn from a single source with adjustments for injury, while Australia's 5-4-1 rests on firmer, more recent reporting. That asymmetry matters: the Socceroos' shape is clearer, and <strong>Jackson Irvine<\/strong> figures to anchor their compact midfield block.<\/p><p class=\"mux-lineup-narrative\">Tactically, a 4-2-3-1 against a 5-4-1 sets up as an attacking side probing a deep defensive structure. <strong>Miguel Almiron<\/strong> operating in the number ten channel will be the key test of Australia's defensive discipline, with their wing-backs and back three needing to hold their shape under pressure.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final thoughts on the predictions for Paraguay vs Australia<\/h2><p>Australia's defensive resilience, superior recent form, and the confidence gained from their opening victory over Turkey make the X2 double chance the smartest play here. Paraguay's inconsistency and potential absence of Julio Enciso weaken their threat considerably. Back the draw or away outcome, with the away win priced at <strong><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-dafabet-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"dafabet.com\" data-t=\"away\">3.45<\/a><\/strong> offering genuine value. Questo articolo &egrave; a scopo informativo e non costituisce una raccomandazione di scommessa.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2><details class=\"wp-block-details mux-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What is the main prediction for Paraguay vs Australia?<\/summary>\n\n<p>The pick is <strong>Draw or Australia<\/strong>, with the Socceroos available at <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-dafabet-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"dafabet.com\" data-t=\"away\">3.45<\/a>, driven primarily by their outstanding defensive form: conceding just 0.6 goals per match across their last five outings, against a Paraguay side leaking 1.4 per game and likely missing creative linchpin Julio Enciso through injury.<\/p>\n\n<\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details mux-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What is the highest odd for Paraguay to win?<\/summary>\n\n<p>Paraguay's best home-win price sits at <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-dafabet-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"dafabet.com\" data-t=\"home\">2.18<\/a>, making them a risky straight bet. For more cautious punters, a double chance covering Paraguay or a draw spreads the risk across two outcomes, though at a naturally reduced return given the Socceroos' strong recent form.<\/p>\n\n<\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details mux-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Will there be more or less than 2.5 goals in this match?<\/summary>\n\n<p>Under 2.5 goals, available at 1.32, looks the sensible call here. Australia's defensive structure has conceded just 0.6 goals per game in their last five matches, and with Enciso doubtful for Paraguay, the attacking spark from both sides appears limited, pointing firmly toward a low-scoring affair.<\/p>\n\n<\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details mux-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>When and where is Paraguay vs Australia played?<\/summary>\n\n<p>The match kicks off at <strong>02:00 UTC on 26 June 2026<\/strong>, which is 04:00 CET. The venue is <strong>Levi's Stadium<\/strong> in Santa Clara, California, USA.<\/p>\n\n<\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details mux-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can Australia pull off an upset against Paraguay?<\/summary>\n\n<p>Technically, Australia are the underdogs here, yet the data tells a different story. Their <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/int-en\/go-dafabet-prono-in-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_paraguay_australia_19609188\" data-b=\"dafabet.com\" data-t=\"away\">3.45<\/a> price reflects bookmaker caution, but a WDLWW run, a 2-0 World Cup win over Turkey already banked, and Enciso's likely absence all make a Socceroos victory genuinely plausible rather than a long shot.<\/p>\n\n<\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details mux-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Which alternative market offers the best value?<\/summary>\n\n<p>The <strong>Both Teams to Score: No<\/strong> market, priced at 5.00, offers solid value. Australia's 5-4-1 defensive block has been exceptionally difficult to breach, and without Enciso, Paraguay's ability to find the net looks severely diminished, making a clean sheet for one side a realistic outcome.<\/p>\n\n<\/details>\n<div class=\"mm-layout mm-layout-type-post mm-layout-slot4\">\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Paraguay vs Australia: Prediction and Odds, World Cup, 26\/06\/2026 Levi&#8217;s Stadium hosts a fascinating first-ever World Cup meeting between Paraguay and Australia on 26 June 2026, with Group D qualification hanging in the balance. Paraguay return to the tournament after a 16-year absence, while the Socceroos carry momentum from their opening win over Turkey. 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