Who is the President of the Royal Spanish Football Federation?

Robert Harrison Paleari is the president of the Paraguay Football Federation.

Has the Paraguay National Football Team Ever Won a Trophy?

Yes, Paraguay National Football Team has won two Copa America trophies in 1953 and 1979.

Who is Paraguay National Football Team Top Scorer?

Roque Santa Cruz is Paraguay National Football Team's all-time top scorer with 32 goals.

Where is the Paraguay National Football Team ranked in football?

The Paraguay National Football Team is ranked in the 40th position in FIFA World Rankings currently.

In which year, the Paraguay National Football Team played their first match?

The Paraguay National Football Team played their first match in 1919 against Argentina.

What is Paraguay National Football Team’s highest finish in a FIFA World Cup Tournament?

The Paraguay National Football Team's highest finish in a FIFA World Cup tournament is making the quarterfinals.

What language does the Paraguay National Football Team Speak?

The Paraguay National Football Team primarily speaks Spanish and Guarani.

Paraguay National Football Team - Squad, Injuries, Schedule and Stats

The Paraguay National Football Team has regained some of its lost prominence in 2026, as the team has managed to secure a berth for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. As a reputable member of CONMEBOL, the South American football confederation, the team was part of the first-ever FIFA World Cup, which was hosted by Uruguay in 1930. La Albirroja will be making their 9th appearance in the World Cup Finals in 2026, with their best performance coming during the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa, as they made it all the way to the quarterfinals.

Additionally, the national football team has demonstrated its dominance in South American football by winning the Copa America twice, in 1953 and 1979. Carlos Gamarra, José Luis Chilavert, and Roque Santa Cruz are just a few of the great players that the Paraguay Football Team has produced over the years and who have had a big impact on the global scene. The Paraguay national football team is still a tricky customer in its confederation because of the young talent within the team, which exemplifies its never-say-die attitude and tactical discipline.

In 2026, La Albirroja will end its 16-year wait for making another World Cup appearance. With players like Diego Gomez, Miguel Almiron, and Diego Leon among its ranks, the future looks really bright for the Paraguayan football fans, who will be turning up in numbers to support their team.

Paraguay National Football Team Key Facts

The Paraguay National Football Team was founded after the Paraguayan Football Association received an invitation from the Argentine club Hercules of Corrientes to play a friendly match in 1910. While the match ended in a 0–0 draw, it set the stage for the creation of a football team that would go on to make several World Cup Finals appearances. La Albirroja played its first official competition game against Uruguay during the 1921 South American Championship. They defeated La Celeste 2-1 on the day and also finished 4th in the tournament.

Confederation	CONMEBOL (South America)
President of Paraguayan Football Federation	Robert Harrison Paleari
Nicknames	La Albirroja
National Stadium	Defensores del Chaco
Capacity	32,000
Manager / Head Coach	Gustavo Alfaro

Paraguayan Football Association

The federation is the central operator of the footballing system in Paraguay. Founded in 1906, it was four more years before an official team was set up to represent the nation. Whatever happens in Paraguayan football, including the Primera Division, Copa Paraguay, or any domestic competition, APF is the body that watches everything.

The federation has worked on the development and progression of Paraguayan football. As the Federation is located in Luque, Defensores del Chaco is the home ground of the Paraguayan National Football Team. Currently ranked 40th in the FIFA World Rankings, the APF will be keen to help the team reach back to the heights it reached in the early 2000s.

The federation has also appointed an Argentinian manager, Gustavo Alfaro, as the Paraguayan National Football Team manager, who has lit a fire under the players, and fans are going to be positive about how the team performs this upcoming tournament.

Under the management of the Paraguayan Football Association, La Albirroja is trying to find its lost glory and once again showcase the might of South American football to the world.

History of Paraguay National Football Team: Early Years

The sport was brought in by William Paats, though the APF was founded in 1906, Paraguay's first international match was only played in 1921, when they played against Uruguay in the South American Championship. Paraguay won the game 2–1, with the result cemented in history for all of eternity.

La Albirroja did win two Copa America titles in 1953 and 1979, showcasing the rise of the sport in this region.

In the following years, Paraguay established itself as a South American dark horse while also participating and qualifying for the FIFA World Cup. The golden generation of the national team came to the fore between 1998 and 2011; however, the team was not able to win any continental silverware.

Home Stadium of Paraguay National Football Team

Estadio Defensores del Chaco is the home of the Paraguay National Football Team, and the team has played all of its games since 1917 at the ground.

The construction of the ground started in 1916 and was fully completed by November 1917.

Over the years, the stadium has undergone several renovations, and the largest attendance for a football game was recorded to be 49,095, when Olimpia played Cerro Porteno in 1983.

Paraguay National Football Team: Achievements & Honours

La Albirroja has won two Copa America titles as major silverware over the years.

Competitions	No. Of Titles	Years
Copa America	2	1953, 1979