Paraguay finished the group stage of the FIFA U15 World Cup as unbeaten leaders after a 3-2 win over Bolivia. The victory in Azerbaijan gave La Albirroja a perfect 12 points from Group V, extending a winning form that mirrors their senior side's recent results, which include two wins from their last two matches.
The match against Bolivia was a close affair. The Bolivian side, who finished second with nine points, made it difficult with goals from Isaí Gutiérrez and Matheus Rodríguez. Paraguay's consistency throughout the first phase, where they remained undefeated, proved decisive in securing the three points on the final matchday.
This performance at U15 level adds to the positive momentum around the national team. Our verified data shows the senior side is on a two-game winning run, including a 1-0 victory over Colombia on 3 October. The goal in that match was scored by H. A. Benítez in the 56th minute. In their previous fixture on 27 September, the senior team secured a 2-0 win over Bolivia with a brace from M. Almirón, who scored in the 17th and 50th minutes.
The format of this youth tournament does not feature direct knockout after the group stage. Instead, results determine the category (A to F) in which each team will compete in a second phase, comprising four to five additional matches. The winner of Category A will be crowned the overall champion of the competition.
With top spot in the group secured, Paraguay is well-placed to challenge for the highest category in the next round. The team will now turn its focus to preparing for the decisive phase of the U15 tournament. Meanwhile, the senior side's next official fixture is an away trip to Singapore on Saturday 13 November.
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