Group Stage · Group D

Paraguay vs Australia

Friday, June 26, 2026 · 02:00 UTC · Levi's Stadium, San Francisco

PAR

Paraguay

La Albirroja
FIFA Ranking#61
CoachDaniel Garnero
Key PlayerMiguel Almiron
WC Appearances9
Best FinishQuarter-Finals (1954, 2010)
ExpectationsCompetitive

Paraguay have punched above their weight for decades in CONMEBOL qualification. Miguel Almiron's Premier League quality gives them a match-winner capable of deciding any game.

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AUS

Australia

Socceroos
FIFA Ranking#24
CoachTony Popovic
Key PlayerCameron Devlin
WC Appearances6
Best FinishRound of 16 (2022)
ExpectationsCompetitive

The Socceroos shocked many by reaching the Round of 16 in 2022. Their never-say-die attitude and improved quality make them dangerous opponents.

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Head-to-Head Comparison

ParaguayFIFA RankingAustralia
#61 - #24
ParaguayWC AppearancesAustralia
9 - 6

Group D Context

Turkey add serious European pedigree to a group the USA must top. Pulisic's generation faces their defining moment.

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Venue

Levi's Stadium

Santa Clara, CA, USA · Capacity: 68,500

Silicon Valley's stadium is one of the most high-tech in the world. The Bay Area provides perfect weather for June/July matches.

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Fan Guide: San Francisco Bay Area

Top Spots

Maggie McGarry's · Pub

Liverpool supporters bar, proper Irish pub

Kezar Pub · Sports Bar

SF sports institution. Gets packed for big games.

Mad Dog in the Fog · Pub

British pub, good for Premier League

La Taqueria · Taqueria

Best burrito in America (per 538 analysis)

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Other Group D Matches

USA vs ParaguayJun 13 · Los AngelesAustralia vs TurkeyJun 13 · VancouverTurkey vs ParaguayJun 19 · San FranciscoUSA vs AustraliaJun 19 · SeattleTurkey vs USAJun 26 · Los Angeles

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