The Paraguay National Team returned this morning to Asunción after their historic participation in the 2026 World Cup, where they reached the round of 16 after 16 years of absence.

What happened in the 2026 World Cup?

The Paraguay National Team, led by Gustavo Alfaro, achieved a historic result by reaching the round of 16 in the 2026 World Cup, after 16 years of absence.

The team had achieved a streak of 2 consecutive wins in their last games, with a recent record of 2W-0D-3L, and their last win was against Mexico on November 19, 2025, with a score of 2-1.

The reception at the airport

Thousands of fans welcomed the team at the Silvio Pettirossi International Airport with flags, chants, and applause. President Santiago Peña was also present at the reception and publicly thanked the team for their performance.

The future of Gustavo Alfaro

Gustavo Alfaro asked to take care of the sports project started after the return to the World Cup and highlighted the performance of his players during the tournament. Although he avoided confirming his continuity, he left open the possibility of continuing to lead the team.

The Paraguay National Team remains a team with great potential and a passion that drives them to move forward. With their last win in mind, the team remains firm in their pursuit of success in international football