SNT broadcasts every Paraguay match free — no subscription required. Telefuturo shares free-to-air coverage. For all 104 matches, Tigo Sports is the go-to option (included with Tigo plans or ~PYG 50,000/month standalone). Paraguay’s schedule is excellent: all three group matches are evening kickoffs between 9 PM and 11 PM local time.
Where to Watch: Free and Paid
- SNT (Sistema Nacional de Televisión) — Free over-the-air. All Paraguay matches plus selected knockout rounds and the final
- Telefuturo — Free over-the-air. Shares coverage of Paraguay matches
- Tigo Sports — Paid (~PYG 50,000/month or included with Tigo mobile/internet). All 104 matches
- DirecTV Sports — Paid cable/satellite. All 104 matches with DirecTV Go streaming
How to Set Up
SNT (Free)
- Live TV: Channel 9 over-the-air across Paraguay
- Streaming: SNT streams La Albirroja matches live on its website and social channels
- Devices: Web browser, iOS, Android
- Commentary: Alfredo Mendonca and the SNT team broadcasting from Asunción — Paraguay’s most beloved football voices
Tigo Sports (Paid — All 104 matches)
- Without cable: Download the Tigo Sports app and activate with your Tigo number — no cable TV needed
- Included with Tigo: Built into Tigo GO mobile prepaid and postpaid plans, and Tigo internet/cable bundles
- Standalone price: ~PYG 50,000/month digital plan with no other Tigo service required
- Devices: iOS, Android, LG/Samsung Smart TVs, Chromecast, browser
- Features: All 104 matches, pre- and post-game analysis, live stats, instant replays
Telefuturo (Free)
- Live TV: Channel 4 over-the-air, available nationwide
- Streaming: Live stream available on the Telefuturo website and app for Paraguay matches
- Devices: Web browser, iOS, Android
- Coverage: All Paraguay matches shared with SNT; provides an alternative free stream when SNT has signal issues
DirecTV Sports (Paid — Satellite coverage)
- Cable/satellite: Available on all DirecTV Paraguay packages
- Streaming: DirecTV Go — device-agnostic streaming without a set-top box
- 4K UHD: Selected matches available with compatible receiver
When to Watch: Kickoff Times in Paraguay
Paraguay uses PYT (UTC-4) in June (southern hemisphere winter; no DST active). US Eastern in June is EDT (UTC-4) — identical offset. PYT and EDT are the same during the tournament.
| US Kickoff (ET) | Local Time (PYT) | Verdict |
|---|---|---|
| 11:00 AM ET | 11:00 AM PYT | Morning |
| 2:00 PM ET | 2:00 PM PYT | Afternoon |
| 5:00 PM ET | 5:00 PM PYT | Late afternoon |
| 8:00 PM ET | 8:00 PM PYT | Evening |
Group D Schedule (local time):
| Match | Date / Local Time | City |
|---|---|---|
| Paraguay vs USA | June 12, 9:00 PM PYT | Inglewood (LA) |
| Paraguay vs Türkiye | June 19, 11:00 PM PYT | Santa Clara |
| Paraguay vs Australia | June 25, 10:00 PM PYT | Santa Clara |
Watching in Person
- Asunción — Plaza de la Democracia: The city’s central square becomes the World Cup focal point, with giant screens installed by the municipality for La Albirroja matches. Thousands gather in the bicolour jersey
- Asunción — Costanera: The riverside promenade has bars and open-air spaces where fans gather for evening matches — festive atmosphere guaranteed
- Asunción — Neighbourhoods: Villa Morra, Lambaré, and Fernando de la Mora organize public viewings in their local plazas for Selección games
- Interior cities — San Lorenzo, Luque, Encarnación: San Lorenzo and Luque (home of the APF federation) are football towns that stop entirely for La Albirroja. Encarnación is another passionate hub
- Fan culture: Paraguay has one of the highest football fan densities per capita in South America. Match days are social events — asados with family and friends before kickoff are a national ritual, and the streets empty when the whistle blows
Radio
- Radio Cardinal 730 AM: Paraguay’s most important sports broadcaster — live commentary on every La Albirroja match, with analysis from former players and coaches
- Radio Primero de Marzo: High-audience station with dedicated World Cup coverage from Asunción
- Radio Deportiva 1080 AM: Football-specialist station; tactical analysis before and after every Paraguay match
Must-Watch Matches
- Final — July 19, MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford. 3:00 PM PYT
- Semifinals — July 14–15. Evening kickoffs in PYT
- Paraguay vs USA — June 12, Inglewood. 9:00 PM PYT. The opener against the host nation at SoFi Stadium — a massive night for Paraguayan football
FAQ
Are Paraguay’s World Cup matches free to watch? Yes. SNT (Sistema Nacional de Televisión) and Telefuturo broadcast all Paraguay matches free over-the-air.
How do I watch all 104 matches in Paraguay? Tigo Sports covers all 104 matches — included with Tigo mobile/internet plans or available standalone for ~PYG 50,000/month.
What time do Paraguay’s matches kick off? Between 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM PYT — all three group matches are evening/night games. Great for after-work viewing.
Can I watch Tigo Sports without cable in Paraguay? Yes. The Tigo Sports app works with your Tigo number — no cable required. A standalone digital plan is also available.
Are there public screenings for Paraguay’s matches in Asunción? Yes. The municipality installs giant screens at Plaza de la Democracia and the Costanera waterfront for La Albirroja matches.