Match reportAI
Türkiye's dominance proved futile in a stunning upset at Levi's Stadium as Paraguay claimed a 1-0 victory in Group D. Marcelo Galarza broke the deadlock early, scoring in the second minute, and Paraguay's defense held firm despite Türkiye's overwhelming pressure. The hosts controlled possession at 79 percent and generated 32 shots, yet managed only five on target. Paraguay's goalkeeper made five crucial saves to preserve the lead while Juan Cáceres earned player of the match honors for his defensive brilliance. The result marks a decisive moment in their tournament trajectories. Paraguay remains alive in the competition with four points, while Türkiye's three points leave them eliminated from top-two contention in Group D. Paraguay's tactical efficiency and resilience trumped Türkiye's territorial advantage, delivering one of the competition's more surprising outcomes.



