Paraguay defeats Turkey 1-0 in 2026 World Cup Group D match

Paraguay defeated Turkey 1-0 during the second matchday of Group D at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The match was held at Levi's Stadium in San Francisco. Matias Galarza scored the decisive goal in the first minute of the game, taking advantage of a defensive error. In the first-half stoppage time, Paraguay's Miguel Almiron was sent off with a straight red card following a VAR intervention. The dismissal was based on a new FIFA regulation that prohibits players from covering their mouths during arguments. Despite playing with ten men for the remainder of the match, coach Gustavo Alfaro's team maintained their lead under Turkish pressure. This victory keeps Paraguay's hopes for qualifying for the round of 32 alive following their previous loss to the United States.