Paraguay vs Australia: Live Coverage, TV Channels, Streaming & Kick-off Details | FIFA World Cup 2026

The Group D clash between Paraguay and Australia takes place in Santa Clara on June 26, 2026. Kick-off is set for 03:00 local time. Fans worldwide can catch the action live on various TV channels and streaming platforms.

TV Broadcasts Around the Globe

If you face geo-restrictions or want extra security, a Virtual Private Network (VPN) like ExpressVPN helps you connect to servers where the game is broadcast. This lets you bypass blackouts and watch from anywhere.

Steps include signing up for a trusted VPN service, choosing a server in the right country, clearing browser cache, then streaming through the official broadcaster's site or app.

Big Screen Viewing Tips

Live matches look best on TVs. Android-based Smart TVs and devices such as Amazon Fire Stick or Google Chromecast support VPN apps directly. For Apple TV, Roku, or consoles, using Smart DNS or screen mirroring from a VPN-connected device works well.

Team Lineups and News

Paraguay's starting eleven lines up in a 5-3-2 formation:

• Goalkeeper: Orlando Gill
• Defenders: Juan José Cáceres, Gustavo Velázquez, Gustavo Gómez (captain), Omar Alderete, Alexandro Maidana
• Midfielders: Diego Gómez, Matías Galarza, Andrés Cubas
• Forwards: Julio Enciso, Gabriel Ávalos

Coach: Gustavo Alfaro

Australia will play a 3-4-2-1 setup:

• Goalkeeper: Patrick Beach
• Defenders: Alessandro Circati, Harry Souttar (captain), Lucas Herrington
• Midfielders: Aziz Behich, Aiden O Neill, Jackson Irvine, Jordan Bos
• Attackers: Connor Metcalfe, Cristian Volpato, Nestory Irankunda

Coach: Tony Popovic

Injuries

Only Paraguay's Miguel Almirón is out due to injury; no suspensions reported for either side.

Recent Form

Paraguay have recorded two wins, one draw, and two losses in their last five matches. They opened the World Cup with a 4-1 loss to the USA but bounced back with a 1-0 win over Türkiye. Other results include a friendly 4-0 victory against Nicaragua, a narrow defeat by Morocco, and a 1-0 win against Greece. Across these games, Paraguay scored six goals and conceded five.

Australia also has two wins, one draw, and two losses from their last five outings. Their World Cup journey saw a 2-0 win over Türkiye, followed by a 2-0 defeat to the USA. Before the tournament, they drew 1-1 with Switzerland, lost 1-0 to Mexico, and defeated Curaçao 5-1. They netted nine goals while allowing three.

Head-to-Head History

The teams have met twice before, both friendlies. Australia holds a slight edge with a 1-0 win in October 2010 and a 1-1 draw in 2006. Both matches were low-scoring affairs.

Group D Standings

At this stage, Paraguay stands second in the group while Australia is third. The upcoming match will decide who advances.

Team Kits and Matchday Conditions

Paraguay will sport their traditional red and white striped shirts, paired with white shorts and red socks. Their goalkeeper wears light blue.

Australia dons gold shirts trimmed with green, olive green shorts, and white socks. Their goalkeeper will be in black.

Match officials will wear green kits.

The weather in Santa Clara is expected to be sunny with a moderate north-west breeze. Temperatures start around 21°C (70°F) at kick-off, dropping slightly to 18°C (64°F) by the end, while humidity rises from 54% to 60%.