Brazil are aiming for their second win in a row as they travel to Paraguay for a CONMEBOL World Cup qualifier on Tuesday.
The Selecao returned to winning ways on Friday as they defeated Ecuador 1-0. Rodrygo's first-half strike was enough to guide them to their first victory in five matches.
Brazil are now fifth in the qualifying standings, while Paraguay are two rungs below. The hosts have scored just one win in seven matches in the 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign so far and were held to a 0-0 draw by Uruguay in their previous match.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times and the latest lineup news.
Paraguay vs. Brazil live stream, TV channel in US
Here's how to watch this CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers match in the US:
- TV channel: —
- Live stream: Fanatiz USA
This game is not available for TV broadcasts. However, fans can watch the live stream on Fanatiz USA, which offers a seven-day FREE trial to new subscribers.
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What time does Paraguay vs. Brazil kick off?
This CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers clash takes place at Chaco Defenders Stadium in Asunción, Paraguay, and kicks off on Tuesday, September 10 at 8:30 p.m. local time.
Here's how that time translates across U.S.:
| Date | Kickoff time |
Eastern Time | Tue, Sep. 10 | 8:30 p.m. |
Central Time | Tue, Sep. 10 | 7:30 p.m. |
Mountain Time | Tue, Sep. 10 | 6:30 p.m. |
Pacific Time | Tue, Sep. 10 | 5:30 p.m. |
Paraguay vs. Brazil lineups, team news
Paraguay defender Gustavo Gomez will miss the match after picking up his second yellow card in the scoreless draw against Uruguay.
Veteran Fabian Balbuena is expected to step in for Gomez, partnering with Getafe’s Omar Alderete in the heart of the defense.
Meanwhile, midfielder Mathias Villasanti is pushing for a starting spot after logging over 30 minutes as a substitute in Friday’s match.
Paraguay predicted XI (4-3-3, right to left): Fernandez (GK) — Velazquez, Balbuena, Alderete, Alonso — Gomez, Villasanti, Bobadilla — Almiron, Enciso, Pitta
Injured: N/A
Suspended: Gomez
The visitors will be without Real Madrid center-back Eder Militao , who picked up an injury in the match against Ecuador.
In addition, Girona's Yan Couto , Manchester City's Savinho , and Flamengo's Pedro have all had to withdraw from the squad due to injuries.
Coach Dorival might give Luiz Henrique a second consecutive start. The Botafogo forward is likely to join forces with Real Madrid stars Rodrygo and Vinicius Junior in attack.
Brazil predicted XI (4-3-3, right to left): Alisson (GK) — Danilo, Marquinhos, Gabriel, Arana — Andre, Guimaraes, Paqueta — Henrique, Vinicius, Rodrygo
Injured: Militao
Suspended: N/A
Paraguay vs. Brazil prediction
Brazil haven't been in the best of forms and the team has played out a number of frustrating draws under manager Dorival Junior.
But the team could spring into action against a beleaguered Paraguay, who have recorded just one win in their last six matches in all competitions. Even though Brazil may not run riot in Asuncion, they will most likely return with three points.
Prediction: Paraguay 0-1 Brazil
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