Paraguay returned to the World Cup in 2006, looking to improve on their 2002 knockout-round exit. Under Aníbal Ruiz, they were ready to write the next chapter.
| Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | |
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| 1 |
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3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 7 |
| 2 |
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3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| 3 |
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3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| 4 |
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3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 4 | -4 | 1 |
Paraguay found moments of promise but ultimately fell short of the consistency needed to progress beyond the group stage. Goals proved hard to come by, with just 2 in 3 matches, and their lack of firepower ultimately told.
Paraguay endured a difficult group stage, unable to advance despite moments of resistance. Their campaign featured a narrow 0-1 loss to England, a narrow 0-1 loss to Sweden, and a 2-0 win over Trinidad and Tobago. Despite moments of quality, it was not enough to advance, and Paraguay's campaign ended at the the opening round.
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Failed to score in 2 of 3 matches eliminated in the group stage.
Nelson Cuevas led Paraguay's attack with 1 goal at the 2006 World Cup.
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Paredes booked twice 5 cards in a single match vs Sweden.
The tactical mind behind Paraguay's 2006 campaign. A Uruguayan at the helm leading Paraguay at his first World Cup.
Paraguay employed a defensive approach under Aníbal Ruiz's management, focusing on counter-attacks rather than open play.
