Paraguay vs Australia Prediction & Betting Tips | 26 June 2026

Match Preview

The stage is set at Levi’s Stadium for a captivating Group D encounter as Paraguay lock horns with Australia. With a draw potentially paving the way for progression to the World Cup knockouts for both teams, our tip anticipates a 1-1 stalemate. Paraguay arrive on the heels of a gritty 1-0 triumph against Turkey, a performance underpinned by solid defensive structure. However, manager Gustavo Alfaro is grappling with selection dilemmas. Key player Miguel Almiron is banned, and both Gustavo Caballero and Ramon Sosa are questionable. On a brighter note, promising midfielder Julio Enciso is back from a minor injury and expected to be fit. Paraguay’s recent form indicates a preference for low-scoring affairs, having let in an average of just 1.3 goals per game in their last ten fixtures. Australia, on the other hand, are aiming to recover from a disappointing 2-0 loss to the USA, having started their tournament with a commanding 2-0 victory over Turkey. The Socceroos have found life on the road challenging, with only one win in their last seven away fixtures. Compounding their issues, seasoned midfielder Mathew Leckie is unlikely to be involved after picking up a knock against the USA. Considering these factors, Australia might also be inclined to play it safe and secure a point rather than push for victory. With both teams on three points and potentially content to share the spoils, we are leaning towards a bet on Draw, coupled with Under 2.5 Goals and a Half-Time Draw, as neither side is expected to take undue risks in such a crucial game. This World Cup 2026 fixture is scheduled for Friday 26 June 2026, kicking off at 03:00.

Paraguay Team Form and Stats

Looking at Paraguay's recent performance across their last 10 fixtures in all competitions, their form reads as follows: W D L L W W L W L W, yielding 1.60 points per game overall. At home, their record is W (3.00 points per game), with away form being W D L L W W L L W, averaging 1.44 points per game.

Breaking down the stats:

* **Win Percentage:** 50% overall, a perfect 100% at home, and 44% away.

* **Average Goals Per Game:** 2.70 in total, a striking 4.00 at home, and 2.56 on the road.

* **Goals Scored:** Averaging 1.40 per game overall, 4.00 at home, and 1.11 away.

* **Goals Conceded:** 1.30 per game overall, a solid 0.00 at home, and 1.44 away.

* **Both Teams to Score:** Occurred in 50% of their matches overall, 0% at home, and 56% away.

* **Clean Sheets:** Kept in 40% of games overall, 100% at home, and 33% away.

* **Failed to Score:** In 10% of matches overall, 0% at home, and 11% away.

* **Expected Goals (xG):** 1.21 for, 1.41 against, with home xG at 2.95 for and 0.11 against, and away xG at 1.01 for and 1.56 against.

Australia Team Form and Stats

Here's a look at how Australia has been performing across their most recent 10 fixtures in all competitions.

**Overall Form (Last 10 Matches):** W L L L W W L D W L

**Points Per Game:**

* Overall: 1.30

* Home: 3.00

* Away: 0.57

**Key Statistics:**

| Metric | Overall | Home | Away |

| :------------------- | :------ | :---- | :---- |

| Win % | 40% | 100% | 14% |

| Average Goals Per Game | 2.20 | 3.00 | 1.86 |

| Goals Scored | 1.10 | 2.67 | 0.43 |

| Goals Conceded | 1.10 | 0.33 | 1.43 |

| Both Teams To Score | 30% | 33% | 29% |

| Clean Sheets | 30% | 67% | 14% |

| Failed to Score | 40% | 0% | 57% |

| Expected Goals (xG) | 0.83 | 1.12 | 0.69 |

| Expected Goals Against (xGA)| 1.51 | 1.63 | 1.45 |

Paraguay vs Australia Head to Head Statistics (H2H)

Information regarding prior encounters between these two clubs is currently unavailable.