Paraguay defeated Turkey 1-0 in a World Cup 2026 qualifying match, scoring within the first minute. The decisive goal came at the 64-second mark. Despite playing with ten men for a significant portion of the game, Paraguay managed to hold onto their lead. This victory significantly boosts Paraguay’s chances of advancing in the qualifying rounds. Conversely, the loss eliminates Turkey from contention for a spot in the 2026 World Cup. The match, led by Paraguay’s coach Gustavo Alfaro, proved crucial for both teams’ tournament futures.