Paraguay vs Brazil: Preview, predictions and team news
- Paraguay vs Brazil at Copa America 2024 kicks off on June 28 at 9 p.m. ET
- Both sides are looking for their first victory in the tournament
- Expect Dorival Junior to change up Brazil's starting XI
Paraguay vs Brazil at Copa America 2024 is a huge match for the Group D standings as both teams look to earn their first victory of the tournament.
Brazil made all the headlines when they stumbled against Costa Rica in their first Copa America 2024 fixture. A team featuring Vinicius Jr., Rodrygo, and Raphinha could not score against the 52nd ranked team in the world. Now, just four days later, the Selecao must face Paraguay, a team they should beat comfortably.
In the last four meetings between Brazil and Paraguay, the 2019 Copa America champions outscored La Albirroja 9-0, and walked away with four victories. If Dorival Junior's squad comes out flat again, though, the outcome just might be a lot less lopsided than people expect.
Here's 90min's guide to Paraguay vs Brazil on June 28.
What time does Paraguay vs Brazil kick off?
- Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
- Stadium: Allegiant Stadium
- Date: Friday, June 28
- Kick-off time: 9 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT / 2 a.m. BST (June 29)
Paraguay vs Brazil H2H record (last five games)
- Paraguay: 0 wins
- Brazil: 4 wins
- Draws: 1
- Last meeting: Brazil 4-0 Paraguay (Feb. 1, 2022) - World Cup Qualifier
Current form (all competitions)
Paraguay | Brazil |
|---|---|
Colombia 2-1 Paraguay - June 24, 2024 | Mexico 2-3 Brazil - June 8, 2024 |
Panama 0-1 Paraguay - June 16, 2024 | Spain 3-3 Brazil - Mar. 26, 2024 |
Chile 3-0 Paraguay - June 11, 2024 | England 0-1 Brazil- Mar. 23, 2024 |
Peru 0-0 Paraguay - June 7, 2024 | Brazil 0-1 - Argentina - Nov. 21, 2023 |
Paraguay 0-1 Colombia - Nov. 21, 2023 | Colombia 2-1 Brazil - Nov. 16, 2023 |
How to watch Paraguay vs Brazil on TV and live stream
Country | TV channel/live stream |
|---|---|
United States | FS1, TUDN, UniMAS, Fox Sports App, Fubo |
United Kingdom | Premier Sports 1 |
Paraguay team news
Paraguay currently sit at the bottom of Group D as the only team with zero points after their first match at Copa America 2024. If they want to stay alive in the competition, they need to leave Las Vegas with at least a point against Brazil.
Brighton's Julio Enciso was the most dangerous man for La Albirroja in their 2-1 loss to Colombia on June 24. The 20-year-old scored his first international goal and must continue to push forward in the attack if he wants to help his side produce a positive result against the Selecao.
Paraguay predicted lineup vs Brazil
Paraguay predicted lineup vs Brazil ( 4-3-3 ): Morinigo; Velazquez, Balbuena, Alderete, Espinoza; Rojas, Cubas, Caballero; Romero, Arce, Enciso
Brazil team news
Brazil's unimpressive performance in their opening match against Costa Rica produced a lot of questions around Dorival Junior's squad. Selecao's attack looked disconnected, uninspired, and ultimately, lacked the end product that would have secured all three points.
Expect Brazil to come out against Paraguay with a different starting XI and formation to kickstart their Copa America 2024 campaign before they face Colombia next week.
Brazil predicted lineup vs Paraguay
Brazil predicted lineup vs Paraguay (4-2-3-1): Alisson; Danilo, Militao, Marquinhos, Arana; Guimaraes, Luiz; Raphinha, Paqueta, Vinicius Jr.; Rodrygo
Paraguay vs Brazil score prediction
Although Brazil failed to find the back of the net against Costa Rica, it is hard to imagine Vinicius Jr. and co. will once again be held scoreless. Brazil needed a wake-up call, and if they want to make a deep run at Copa America 2024, they must deliver against their second Group D opponent.
Also, since September of last year, Daniel Garnero's squad have not scored in seven of their last ten matches, and Brazil's backline will be their toughest challenge yet.