Paraguay
Alfredo Berti
ARClub Sportivo Independiente Rivadavia (mostly known simply as Independiente Rivadavia) is a football club from Mendoza, Argentina. The team currently plays in the Argentine Primera División, the first major league in the Argentine Football league system.
- Led Paraguay to 2026 World Cup qualification
- Argentine league coaching experience
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23 Paraguay's veteran goalkeeper. Currently plying his trade at Olimpia, a commanding presence between the posts, Antony Silva is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Paraguay. Has earned 55 international caps, making him one of the most experienced goalkeepers in the squad. Born in 1983, the 42-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to compete with Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 8 previous tournament appearances.
GK Backup goalkeeper in Paraguay's national team setup. Currently plying his trade at Santos Laguna, a commanding presence between the posts, Rodrigo Fernández is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Paraguay. Has earned 3 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. Set to compete with Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 8 previous tournament appearances.
GK Young Paraguayan goalkeeper tipped as a future first-choice. Currently plying his trade at Cerro Porteño, a commanding presence between the posts, Alfredo Aguilar is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Paraguay. Has earned 3 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. Set to compete with Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 8 previous tournament appearances.
DF Palmeiras captain and Paraguay's defensive leader and national team captain. Currently plying his trade at Palmeiras, a dependable defender, Gustavo Gómez combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Paraguay's backline. Has earned 60 international caps, scoring 5 goals, building significant international experience. Set to compete with Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 8 previous tournament appearances.
DF Getafe centre-back and a key member of Paraguay's defence. Currently plying his trade at Getafe, a dependable defender, Omar Alderete combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Paraguay's backline. Has earned 25 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Set to compete with Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 8 previous tournament appearances.
DF Experienced Paraguayan centre-back with Premier League experience. Currently plying his trade at Dynamo Moscow, a dependable defender, Fabián Balbuena combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Paraguay's backline. Has earned 45 international caps, scoring 2 goals, building significant international experience. Born in 1991, the 34-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to compete with Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 8 previous tournament appearances.
DF Reliable Paraguayan centre-back with strong aerial ability. Currently plying his trade at Krasnodar, a dependable defender, Junior Alonso combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Paraguay's backline. Has earned 50 international caps, scoring 2 goals, building significant international experience. Set to compete with Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 8 previous tournament appearances.
DF River Plate right-back and a versatile defender for Paraguay. Currently plying his trade at River Plate, a dependable defender, Robert Rojas combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Paraguay's backline. Has earned 20 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Set to compete with Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 8 previous tournament appearances.
Paraguayan left-back known for his attacking runs. Currently plying his trade at Libertad, a dependable defender, Alberto Espínola combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Paraguay's backline. Has earned 15 international caps. Set to compete with Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 8 previous tournament appearances.
Paraguayan left-back with strong attacking instincts. Currently plying his trade at Club Puebla, a dependable defender, Santiago Arzamendia combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Paraguay's backline. Has earned 10 international caps. Set to compete with Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 8 previous tournament appearances.
MF Vancouver Whitecaps midfielder and Paraguay's defensive midfield anchor. Currently plying his trade at Vancouver Whitecaps, an industrious midfielder, Andrés Cubas excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Paraguay. Has earned 20 international caps. Set to compete with Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 8 previous tournament appearances.
Inter Miami midfielder and Paraguay's midfield playmaker. Currently plying his trade at Inter Miami, an industrious midfielder, Matías Rojas excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Paraguay. Has earned 15 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Set to compete with Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 8 previous tournament appearances.
MF Newcastle United attacker and Paraguay's main creative force. Currently plying his trade at Atlanta United, an industrious midfielder, Miguel Almirón excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Paraguay. Has earned 50 international caps, scoring 10 goals, building significant international experience. Set to compete with Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 8 previous tournament appearances.
MF Grêmio midfielder and the engine of Paraguay's midfield. Currently plying his trade at Grêmio, an industrious midfielder, Mathías Villasanti excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Paraguay. Has earned 20 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Set to compete with Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 8 previous tournament appearances.
MF Experienced Paraguayan midfielder with over 50 caps. Currently plying his trade at Libertad, an industrious midfielder, Hernán Pérez excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Paraguay. Has earned 25 international caps, scoring 2 goals. Born in 1989, the 36-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to compete with Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 8 previous tournament appearances.
MF Brighton midfielder and a rising star in Paraguay's midfield. Currently plying his trade at Brighton, an industrious midfielder, Diego Gómez excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Paraguay. Has earned 12 international caps, scoring 2 goals. Set to compete with Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 8 previous tournament appearances.
Young Paraguayan midfielder with excellent passing range. Currently plying his trade at Barcelona SC, an industrious midfielder, Wilder Viera excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Paraguay. Has earned 5 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. Set to compete with Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 8 previous tournament appearances.
MF Creative Paraguayan midfielder with an eye for spectacular goals. Currently plying his trade at Racing Club, an industrious midfielder, Óscar Romero excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Paraguay. Has earned 35 international caps, scoring 5 goals. Born in 1992, the 34-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to compete with Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 8 previous tournament appearances.
FW Brighton forward and Paraguay's emerging star. Currently plying his trade at Brighton, a clinical forward, Julio Enciso possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Paraguay's primary attacking threat. Has earned 15 international caps, scoring 3 goals. Born in 2004, the 22-year-old is already making waves at the international level, with an exciting career ahead. Set to compete with Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 8 previous tournament appearances.
River Plate striker and Paraguay's first-choice centre-forward. Currently plying his trade at River Plate, a clinical forward, Adam Bareiro possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Paraguay's primary attacking threat. Has earned 20 international caps, scoring 6 goals. Set to compete with Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 8 previous tournament appearances.
FW Panamanian-born speedy Paraguayan winger who provides pace on the flanks. Currently plying his trade at Olimpia, a clinical forward, Derlis González possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Paraguay's primary attacking threat. Has earned 35 international caps, scoring 6 goals. Set to compete with Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 8 previous tournament appearances.
FW Nottingham Forest winger and one of Paraguay's rising talents. Currently plying his trade at Nottingham Forest, a clinical forward, Ramón Sosa possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Paraguay's primary attacking threat. Has earned 15 international caps, scoring 3 goals. Set to compete with Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 8 previous tournament appearances.
FW LDU Quito forward with lethal aerial ability for Paraguay. Currently plying his trade at Club América, a clinical forward, Alex Arce possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Paraguay's primary attacking threat. Has earned 20 international caps, scoring 6 goals. Set to compete with Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 8 previous tournament appearances.