Brazil Starting Lineups Vs Paraguay, Match Preview and Analysis

Paraguay vs. Brazil Preview

Date: September 10, 2024
Competition: CONMEBOL World Cup Preliminary
Kick-Off Time: 20:30 Paraguay local time

Paraguay and Brazil will clash once again in the CONMEBOL Preliminary, two months after their previous encounter in Group D, where Brazil secured a 4-1 victory. Paraguay will enter this match after a 1-1 draw against Uruguay last Saturday in the preliminary rounds.

Brazil, on the other hand, is in high spirits following a 1-0 win against Ecuador in their most recent CONMEBOL Preliminary match.

 

Paraguay Vs Brazil Starting Lineups Today

The starting line-ups for Paraguay and Brazil are yet to be announced. Here’s a look at the players from their most recent matches:

 

Paraguay Possible Starting Lineup Vs Brazil

• • 1. Gatito Fernandez
    2. Junior Alonso
    3. Omar Alderete
    4. Gustavo Gomez
    5. Gustavo Velazquez
    6. Damian Bobadilla
    7. Andres Cubas
    8. Diego Gomez
    9. Julio Enciso
    10. Isidro Pitta
    11. Miguel Almiron

 

Brazil Possible Starting Lineup Vs Paraguay

• • 1. Alisson
    2. Guilherme Arana
    3. Gabriel Magalhaes
    4. Marquinhos
    5. Danilo
    6. Bruno Guimaraes
    7. Andre
    8. Vinicius Junior
    9. Lucas Paqueta
    10. Luiz Henrique
    11. Rodrygo

 

Key Players: Paraguay vs. Brazil

Paraguay

1. Miguel Almirón
   • Position: Winger
   • Club: Newcastle United
   • Key Attributes: Speed, dribbling, and goal-scoring ability. Almirón is known for his dynamic play and can be a major threat on the counter-attack. His creativity and pace will be crucial for Paraguay in breaking down Brazil’s defense.
2. Gustavo Gomez
   • Position: Center-back
   • Club: Palmeiras
   • Key Attributes: Defensive solidity and aerial prowess. Gomez is a key figure in Paraguay’s defense, providing stability and leadership. His ability to deal with Brazil’s attacking threats, especially aerial balls, will be vital.
3. Julio Enciso
   • Position: Attacking Midfielder/Winger
   • Club: Brighton & Hove Albion
   • Key Attributes: Creativity, vision, and technical skill. Enciso’s playmaking abilities can unlock Brazil’s defense and create scoring opportunities for Paraguay.

Brazil

1. Vinícius Júnior
   • Position: Winger
   • Club: Real Madrid
   • Key Attributes: Speed, dribbling, and flair. Vinícius is one of Brazil’s most dangerous attackers, known for his ability to take on defenders and create scoring chances. His performance will be crucial in breaking down Paraguay’s defense.
2. Neymar
   • Position: Forward/Winger
   • Club: Al-Hilal
   • Key Attributes: Creativity, dribbling, and finishing. Neymar’s skill and experience make him a key player for Brazil. His ability to influence the game with his creativity and goal-scoring can be a game-changer.
3. Marquinhos
   • Position: Center-back
   • Club: Paris Saint-Germain
   • Key Attributes: Defensive organization and composure. Marquinhos is a key figure in Brazil’s defense, providing stability and leadership. His ability to neutralize Paraguay’s attacking threats will be crucial for Brazil’s defensive solidity.

 

Summary

Paraguay’s success will largely depend on the performances of Miguel Almirón, Gustavo Gomez, and Julio Enciso, who will be pivotal in both defense and attack. Brazil’s key players, including Vinícius Júnior, Neymar, and Marquinhos, will play crucial roles in maintaining their attacking edge and defensive stability.

 

Head-to-Head Record: Paraguay vs. Brazil

Paraguay and Brazil have faced each other 6 times since March 2016. Brazil has won 5 of these encounters, while 1 match ended in a draw. The most recent meeting was on June 29, 2024, during the Copa America Group D stage, where Brazil triumphed 1-4. Brazil has outscored Paraguay 15 to 3 in these matches, reflecting a strong head-to-head record.

Head-to-Head Results

Date	Competition	Result
Jun 29, 2024	Copa America Group D	Paraguay 1-4 Brazil
Feb 2, 2022	CONMEBOL, Preliminary	Brazil 4-0 Paraguay
Jun 9, 2021	CONMEBOL, Preliminary	Paraguay 0-2 Brazil
Jun 28, 2019	Copa America Quarter-final	Brazil 0-0 Paraguay
Mar 29, 2017	CONMEBOL, Preliminary	Brazil 3-0 Paraguay
Mar 30, 2016	CONMEBOL, Preliminary	Paraguay 2-2 Brazil

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Current CONMEBOL Preliminary Performance

• Paraguay:
  • Wins: 1
  • Draws: 3
  • Losses: 3
  • Goals Scored: 1 (0.14 per match)
  • Goals Conceded: 3 (0.43 per match)
• Brazil:
  • Wins: 3
  • Draws: 1
  • Losses: 3
  • Goals Scored: 9 (1.29 per match)
  • Goals Conceded: 7 (1.00 per match)

In their recent CONMEBOL, Preliminary matches, Paraguay has struggled with just 1 win and 3 draws, while Brazil has shown better form with 3 wins and 1 draw.

 

Paraguay Vs Brazil Recent Form Analysis

Paraguay

• Recent Match: Drew 0-0 against Uruguay
• Recent Record: 1 win, 4 losses, 1 draw
• Recent Results:
  • Win: 0-1 against Panama on June 17
  • Losses: 2-1 against Costa Rica on July 3, 1-4 against Brazil on June 29, 2-1 against Colombia on June 25, 3-0 against Chile on June 12
  • Draw: 0-0 against Uruguay on September 7

Overall Record (Last 19 Matches):

• Wins: 5
• Losses: 9
• Draws: 5

Brazil

• Recent Match: Won 1-0 against Ecuador
• Recent Record: 2 wins, 1 loss, 3 draws
• Recent Results:
  • Wins: 1-0 against Ecuador on September 7, 1-4 against Paraguay on June 29
  • Loss: 0-0 against Uruguay on July 7
  • Draws: 1-1 against Colombia on July 3, 0-0 against Costa Rica on June 25, 1-1 against USA on June 13

Overall Record (Last 20 Matches):

• Wins: 9
• Losses: 6
• Draws: 5

 

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