Paraguay's World Cup Quest: Gustavo Alfaro Names Experienced 26-Man Squad

Paraguay's head coach, Gustavo Alfaro, has announced his final squad for the upcoming World Cup, revealing a team heavily dependent on players from international clubs.

The squad, consisting of 26 members, will be captained by 33-year-old Gustavo Gomez, a seasoned defender from Palmeiras. The lineup includes notable talents like Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Diego Gomez, Atlanta United's Miguel Almiron, Strasbourg forward Julio Enciso, and Independiente striker Gabriel Avalos.

Paraguay will kick off their World Cup journey on June 12 against the United States, one of the host nations. In preparation, the team will face Nicaragua in a pre-tournament friendly. Among the squad's ranks are goalkeepers Orlando Gill, Roberto Junior Fernandez, and Gaston Olveira; defenders such as Juan Caceres and Fabian Balbuena; midfielders like Mauricio Magalhaes, and forwards including Alex Arce and Antonio Sanabria.

(With inputs from agencies.)