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Time of India
3 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Paraguay vs Uruguay lineups confirmed for 2026 World Cup qualifier at Defensores del Chaco
Paraguay confirms starting XI as Gustavo Gómez returns to defense Paraguay enters Thursday's 2026 World Cup qualifier against Uruguay positioned within the CONMEBOL qualification zone. Under the direction of head coach Gustavo Alfaro, the team has gained momentum and aims to build on recent results with a crucial home fixture at Defensores del Chaco Stadium in Asunción. Paraguay has named a strong starting lineup featuring the return of veteran defender Gustavo Gómez. The full lineup includes Gatito Fernández in goal; a back four of Juan José Cáceres, Gustavo Gómez, Omar Alderete, and Júnior Alonso; a midfield anchored by Diego Gómez, Andrés Cubas, Matías Galarza, and Julio Enciso; and a forward line led by Miguel Almirón and Antonio Sanabria. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Air conditioners without external unit. (click to see prices) Air Condition | Search Ads Search Now Undo Also read: Ecuador vs Brazil LIVE: 2026 World Cup qualifier score, stream, lineups and highlights The home side enters the match tied with Uruguay on points but sits just behind in the standings due to goal differential. Alfaro's strategy continues to emphasize tactical discipline and efficient ball control, key elements in Paraguay's qualifying campaign so far. Live Events Uruguay faces Paraguay amid key injuries and roster changes Uruguay travels to Asunción for a challenging CONMEBOL World Cup qualifier without several key players. Head coach Marcelo Bielsa has been forced to make changes due to injuries to Sergio Rochet, Federico Valverde, Rodrigo Bentancur, and Nicolás De La Cruz. Despite the absences, Uruguay maintains a competitive lineup. Santiago Mele starts in goal, with the defense consisting of Guillermo Varela, Ronald Araújo, Jose María Giménez, and Mathías Olivera. In midfield, Uruguay will rely on Nahitan Nández, Manuel Ugarte, and Giorgian De Arrascaeta. The attack will feature Facundo Pellistri, Rodrigo Aguirre, and Maximiliano Araújo. With both teams equal in points and separated only by goal difference, the match represents a pivotal moment in the 2026 World Cup qualifying schedule. Uruguay will look to maintain its position in the top half of the CONMEBOL standings while adjusting to the loss of key midfield personnel. Also read: South Korea nears World Cup qualification as Uzbekistan targets historic first The qualifier at Defensores del Chaco is expected to impact the trajectory of both nations' campaigns significantly, as each seeks to secure a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Top spot at stake in Brazil: Bragantino v Palmeiras line-ups revealed
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here. Leader against third place, separated by 2 points. This is the scenario for tonight's match, at Cícero de Souza Marques Stadium, for the ninth round of the Brasileirão. Advertisement Without Abel Ferreira, suspended, Palmeiras has assistant João Martins on the sidelines, with the return of three starters to maintain first place: defender Gustavo Gómez and forwards Estêvão, who were spared in last Thursday's Libertadores match. The starting lineup is Weverton; Giay, Gustavo Gómez, Murilo, and Piquerez; Emi Martínez, Richard Ríos, Allan; Estêvão, Flaco López, and Facundo Torres. Red Bull Bragantino has the return of defender Andrés Hurtado. They take the field, lined up by coach Fernando Seabra, with Cleiton; Andres Hurtado, Pedro Henrique, Guzmán, and Juninho Capixaba; Gabriel, Eric Ramires, and Jhon Jhon; Lucas Barbosa, Eduardo Sasha, and Vinicinho.
Yahoo
14-02-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
🚨 Palmeiras dominates Internacional de Limeira
🚨 Palmeiras dominates Internacional de Limeira This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here. Three-time reigning champion, Palmeiras improved their position in the pursuit of the knockout stage of the Paulistão-2025. Playing at Major José Levy Sobrinho, the Verdão - full of foreigners among the 11 - kept Inter de Limeira without victories in the competition. They won 3-0 thanks to goals from Maurício, Flaco López, and Gustavo Gómez. The match was valid for the ninth round. Advertisement And it preceded the Choque-Rei on Sunday at the Allianz. --- **Masterpiece, drop in pace, and Flaco lethal** Maurício is consolidating himself as one of the best news of the Palmeiras version 2025. He scored the goal that opened the scoring in Limeira. Launch from Gustavo Gómez and talent of number 11, who covered Igo Gabriel (16'). --- With a new coach, the home team had space to create, as Palmeiras did not maintain the same pace. But they failed to work the ball well. The "lull" was broken at 45', when Veiga took a corner kick to the head of Flaco López. --- Comfortable advantage of a Palmeiras with the debutant Emiliano Martínez among the 11. --- **Attempt and Veiga DECISIVE** Inter had no other alternative: they needed to take more risks in the final stage. And they managed to bring some danger. But there was a Veiga on the other side. In a new set piece, this time from a free kick, he served Gustavo Gómez, who increased the lead (67'). --- Goal that diminished the momentum of Inter. Advertisement With Estêvão, Palmeiras was close to the fourth goal. But stopped at three. --- **📊 Table and schedule 📅** Inter remains with six points. They are last in Group A. And very threatened with relegation to A2. Palmeiras, on the other hand, reached 16 in D. They remain in third place. Ponte (18) and São Bernardo (19) are ahead. With three games remaining for the trio. Check the updated standings [here]( Both teams will return to action on Sunday (16). Inter will visit Velo Clube at Benitão in a direct duel against relegation. Palmeiras, meanwhile, will face the Choque-Rei against São Paulo. Classic at the Allianz.
