Paraguay were back. Missing from the previous edition, they had last graced the World Cup in 1950. Under Aurelio González, they were ready to write the next chapter.
| Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
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3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 7 | 4 | 6 |
| 2 |
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3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| 3 |
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3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 12 | -3 | 4 |
| 4 |
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3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 6 | -2 | 1 |
Paraguay found moments of promise but ultimately fell short of the consistency needed to progress beyond the group stage. Their attack was prolific, producing 9 goals across 3 matches at a rate that few could match.
Paraguay experienced an inconsistent group stage, and the mixed results were not enough to go through. Their campaign featured a heavy 3-7 defeat to France, a hard-fought 3-2 win against Scotland, and a 3-3 draw with Yugoslavia. Despite moments of quality, it was not enough to advance, and Paraguay's campaign ended at the the group phase.
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Averaged 3.0 goals per match conceded 12 goals in 3 matches.
Juan Bautista Agüero led Paraguay's attack with 2 goals at the 1958 World Cup. Shared the top-scorer honours with Parodi, Romero and Amarilla, all with 2.
The tactical mind behind Paraguay's 1958 campaign. Leading Paraguay at his first World Cup 1 win, 1 draw, 1 loss under González.
Paraguay employed a tactical counterattack approach, using their squad size to press opponents and create scoring opportunities.
