Julián Sandoval
La Albirroja Insider
Julián Sandoval covers Paraguay for La Albirroja Insider: match reports, transfer news, squad and injury updates, and the numbers behind them.
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Match reportParaguay's Sub-15 side loses semi-final to Czech Republic
Paraguay's Under-15 national team lost 2-0 to the Czech Republic in the World Cup semi-final in Azerbaijan, ending their unbeaten run and their chance to reach the final.
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National TeamEnciso scores for Ipswich in Premier League draw
Julio Enciso scored for Ipswich Town in the Premier League as other Paraguayan internationals had mixed performances for their clubs over the past week.
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Match reportParaguay U15s finish group stage unbeaten with 3-2 win over Bolivia
Paraguay's youth side completed the FIFA U15 World Cup group stage with a perfect record of 12 points, securing top spot in Group V with a 3-2 victory over Bolivia in Azerbaijan.
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National TeamParaguay embroiled in dress code controversy for media
The Paraguayan Football Association has apologised after attempting to impose a dress code for journalists, a move criticised by press unions as discriminatory and sexist.
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National TeamDiego Gómez on target for Brighton as Paraguay trio feature in Premier League
Paraguay midfielder Diego Gómez scored in Brighton's 5-0 win over Crystal Palace, with Julio Enciso and Omar Alderete also featuring in Premier League action over the weekend.
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National TeamParaguay's Barrios sent off in heavy loss, Amarilla and Espínola win
Defender Alex Barrios was sent off in Independiente Rivadavia's 5-0 thrashing, while Diego Amarilla and Julio Espínola featured in wins for Brighton and Ipswich in the Premier League.
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National TeamParaguay to face Singapore and Japan in November friendlies
Paraguay will travel to Asia to face Singapore on November 13 and Japan on November 17, continuing their preparation after the 2026 World Cup and the recent contract renewal of coach Gustavo Alfaro.
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National TeamParaguay thrash New York Red Bull 8-1 in closed-door friendly
Paraguay concluded their US tour with a heavy friendly win, giving head coach Gustavo Alfaro a chance to assess squad players ahead of the November international window.
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National TeamParaguay climbs to 33rd in FIFA ranking after North American tour
Paraguay rises one spot in the FIFA world rankings to 33rd after victories over Bolivia and Colombia, amassing 1552.30 points ahead of November's fixtures.
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Match reportParaguay beats Colombia with Benitez goal in friendly win
Hugo Adrián Benítez scored in the 56th minute to give Paraguay a 1-0 victory in an international friendly, a result that boosts the team's momentum ahead of the next World Cup qualifying window.
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PreviewParaguay face Colombia in international friendly test
Paraguay look to continue their positive form in a friendly against Colombia this Saturday, fresh from a 2-0 win over Bolivia last week.
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Match reportAlmirón brace powers Paraguay to friendly win over Bolivia
Miguel Almirón scored twice as Paraguay secured a 2-0 friendly win over Bolivia, a morale-boosting result ahead of their return to World Cup qualifying action.