Paraguay National Football Team Continues 2026 World Cup Preparations in California

The Paraguayan national football team, nicknamed 'La Albirroja,' is intensifying its preparations in San Jose, California, as they gear up for their opening match in the 2026 World Cup. The team is focused on training under coach Gustavo Alfaro, aiming to be in peak condition for their debut against host nation the United States.

Training sessions are being held at the Spartan Soccer Complex. On Tuesday, June 9, the team will practice starting at 5:00 PM San Jose time (9:00 PM Paraguay time), with media allowed to observe the first 15 minutes of the session. Wednesday, June 10, will be a completely closed session for the press and public, with training scheduled for 5:15 PM local time (9:15 PM Paraguay time).

The final training session before their debut will take place on Thursday, June 11, starting at 9:00 AM San Jose time (1:00 PM Paraguay time), again with limited media access at the beginning. This session is crucial for final tactical adjustments and team cohesion.

Coach Gustavo Alfaro is scheduled to address the media on Thursday afternoon in Los Angeles. He will be accompanied by one of the squad's players during the press conference, which is set for 6:45 PM local time (10:45 PM Paraguay time) at the Los Angeles Stadium. This conference will provide insights into the team's mindset and strategy ahead of their highly anticipated World Cup opener in Group D.