For the first time in their history, Paraguay walked onto the World Cup stage. José Durand Laguna led the squad into the unknown.
| Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
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2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 6 | 6 |
| 2 |
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2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | -2 | 3 |
| 3 |
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2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | -4 | 0 |
Paraguay found moments of promise but ultimately fell short of the consistency needed to progress beyond the group stage.
Paraguay experienced an inconsistent group stage, and the mixed results were not enough to go through. Their campaign featured a heavy 0-3 defeat to United States, and a hard-fought 1-0 win against Belgium. Despite moments of quality, it was not enough to advance, and Paraguay's campaign ended at the first round.
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A debut World Cup with a first historic victory.
Luis Vargas Peña led Paraguay's attack with 1 goal at the 1930 World Cup.
The tactical mind behind Paraguay's 1930 campaign.
Paraguay's playing style was characterized by a tight, defensive approach that allowed them to secure crucial victories over opponents like Belgium. However, this strategy ultimately limited their scoring opportunities and hindered their chances of advancing in the tournament.
