After a frustrating 0-0 draw against Costa Rica, Brazil are set to face Paraguay in their second Group D match at the Copa America 2024. The game will take place on Friday at Allegiant Stadium.
Paraguay started their campaign in the United States with a 2-1 defeat to Colombia. Despite a strong defensive start, a 32nd-minute goal from Daniel Munoz forced Paraguay to change tactics and chase the game, a situation with which they have historically struggled.
La Albirroja have lost 18 consecutive matches after conceding the opening goal and will need a strong defensive performance and a quick response to any setbacks to avoid a repeat of their last match’s outcome.
Brazil dominated Costa Rica in their opening match, controlling 74 per cent of possession and creating numerous chances but failing to score. This match is crucial for Dorival Junior and his players, as they have not dropped points in consecutive group fixtures since 2015.
Historically, Brazil have not lost a Copa America match to Paraguay within 90 minutes since 2004. However, Paraguay have had cause to celebrate after two of their previous three tournament meetings, winning both times on penalties.
As Brazil seek to regain their scoring touch and Paraguay aim to bounce back from their defeat, this match promises to be an intense and closely contested battle.
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Brazil vs. Paraguay live stream, TV channel
| TV channel | Streaming | |
| USA | FS1, UniMas, TUDN | Fubo, Fox Sports App, ViX |
| Canada | TSN 3, 4, RDS 2 | TSN+, RDS App |
| UK | Premier Sports 1 | Premier Sports Player |
| Australia | — | Optus Sport |
| India | — | — |
USA: Brazil vs. Paraguay from Allegiant Stadium will be televised in the United States on FS1, with a Spanish-language broadcast via UniMas and TUDN. All three channels are available to stream on Fubo, with the latter offering a FREE seven-day trial.
UK: This match will be shown in the UK on Premier Sport Player’s platforms.
Canada: All Copa America matches can be seen in Canada on TSN’s respective TV channel and live streaming services.
Australia: Australia’s sole broadcaster for the Copa America is Optus Sport.
India: Unfortunately, there has been no official confirmation of TV and live stream broadcasts of Copa America in India. Reports had suggested that FanCode and Sony were ready to take up broadcast rights for the tournament but, as yet, that has not been made official. So at the moment, there is no official platform in India on which viewers can stream or any channel on which the match will be broadcast.
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What time is Brazil vs. Paraguay kickoff?
This Copa America match kicks off from Allegiant Stadium on Friday, June 28 at 6:00 p.m. PT in Paradise, Nevada.
Here’s how that time translates across some of the major territories around the globe:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| USA/Canada | Fri, Jun. 28 | 9 p.m. ET |
| USA/Canada | Fri, Jun. 28 | 6 p.m. PT |
| UK | Sat, Jun. 29 | 2 a.m. BST |
| Australia | Sat, Jun. 29 | 11 a.m. AEST |
| India | Sat, Jun. 29 | 6:30 a.m. IST |
Brazil vs. Paraguay lineups & team news
Against Costa Rica, Brazil made two changes to their starting lineup from their friendly against the United States. Guilherme Arana came in for Wendell at left-back, and Eder Militao replaced Lucas Beraldo at centre-back. It’s likely the defensive lineup will go unchanged.
Notably, Douglas Luiz did not feature for the first time since last October, with Joao Gomes and Bruno Guimaraes preferred in midfield, but there have been questions over whether fielding two players in holding roles was necessary. Further forward, young talents Endrick and Savio made their Copa America debuts and they are candidates to start this game should Dorival favour a more bold approach.
Brazil projected starting lineup (4-2-3-1): Alisson (GK) — Danilo, Marquinhos, Militao, Arana — Guimaraes, Luiz — Raphinha, Paqueta, Rodrygo — Vinicius.
Paraguay will need to be cautious with Gustavo Velazquez and Andres Cubas, both of whom are on yellow cards and risk missing their final group match with another caution.
Rodrigo Morinigo made his debut as goalkeeper, replacing Carlos Coronel, while Damian Bobadilla earned his second cap against Colombia. Enciso, the Brighton man, scored his first international goal and will be a key player to watch.
Paraguay projected starting lineup (4-3-3): Morinigo (GK) — Velazquez, Balbuena, Alderete, Espinoza — Rojas, Cubas, Caballero — Romero, Arce, Enciso.
Brazil vs Paraguay prediction
- Score prediction: Brazil 2-0 Paraguay
Brazil’s opening game could serve as the wake-up call they need. Despite their young squad, the Selecao boast too much attacking talent to be held scoreless again.
Paraguay, while resilient, may struggle to contain Brazil’s dynamic forward line, especially with key players on yellow cards. Expect Brazil to come out strong and secure a decisive victory.
