Matías Galarza scored inside two minutes as Paraguay beat Turkey 1-0 in this World Cup fixture, setting up a meeting with W77 next. The match, however, was far from straightforward for the South Americans, who spent the majority of it defending a slender lead.
Turkey 0:1 Paraguay — Match Report
First half0 - 1
- 4(Foul)
- 45 + 2VAR review (M. Almirón)
- 45 + 3(Unsporting behaviour)
Second half0 - 0
- 71(Foul)
- 90 + 1
Added time0 - 0
- (Dissent)
- (Dissent)
Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORTQuestions & Answers
What was the final score of Turkey vs Paraguay?
Turkey 0-1 Paraguay (World Cup).
Who scored?
Matías Galarza (2', assist Julio Enciso) for Paraguay.
Was Paraguay's win deserved?
Not really — the opponent was the better side; Paraguay won on finishing.
Were there any red cards in Turkey vs Paraguay?
Yes — sent off: Miguel Almirón (Paraguay, 45').
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Head to Head meetings
Turkey – Paraguay
Turkey
Paraguay
- 0
Victories
- 0
Draws
- 1
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  0 | 1  |
Scored goals | 0 | 1 |
Average per game | 0 | 1 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 0-1 |
Form
Turkey
- 5Matches
- 5Goals
- 1Goal per game
- 1Wins
- 0Draws
- 4Losses
Paraguay
- 5Matches
- 4Goals
- 0.8Goal per game
- 3Wins
- 1Draws
- 1Losses
Best statistical picks
Turkey – Paraguay
Goals over the last 10 matches favour Over 2.5
Cards over the last 10 matches favour Over 4.5
Cards over the last 10 matches favour Under 4.5
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 3.40 | 3.75 |
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◆ CheckLive verdict
Clear favorite — Turkey
CheckLive's preview tilts toward Turkey, backed by a clear edge in recent form and mental resilience. Paraguay's erratic run and defensive frailties give the Turks an opening, though the World Cup stage adds unpredictability to a must-win tie.
Home win — Turkey2.00
High confidence80%
Three CheckLive metrics
CheckForm
60.6
48.3
CheckSkill
57.5
52.3
CheckMental
77.4
52.5
CheckLive total68.4 vs 50.9+17.5Turkey: 62.6 + 5.8 for home advantage = 68.4
More match signals
Under 2.582%1.73
Turkey (DNB)79%1.44
Turkey (−1)78%
Today's market odds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win the match between Turkey and Paraguay?
CheckLive's preview favours Turkey to win this World Cup clash, citing superior recent form and mental toughness. Paraguay have individual quality to threaten but lack the consistency and defensive solidity to be considered favourites. Turkey's momentum gives them the edge.
Which team has better form coming into this match?
Turkey have notably better form, winning four of their last five matches with three clean sheets. Paraguay have been inconsistent, losing two of their last five and conceding seven goals. The form gap is clear and favours Turkey.
Is it likely both teams will score?
Given Paraguay's defensive issues and Turkey's strong defensive record, both teams scoring seems unlikely. Turkey kept three clean sheets in their last five, while Paraguay have failed to score in two of their last five. Backing 'no' on BTTS carries weight.
Head to Head meetings
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Victories
- 0
Draws
- 0
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  0 | 0 |
Scored goals | 0 | 0 |
Average per game | 0 | 0 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 0 |
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 3.40 | 3.75 |