Paraguay vs Uzbekistan
Paraguay vs Uzbekistan preview
Paraguay vs Uzbekistan is one of the most evenly matched fixtures in Group J. Paraguay (FIFA #47) face Uzbekistan (#57) on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at BC Place. With both sides ranked within 10 places of each other, the result is genuinely up for grabs.
BC Place (capacity 54,500) is the retractable-roof home of the BC Lions (CFL), Vancouver Whitecaps (MLS). It sits 4m above sea level in Vancouver. June/July temperatures in Vancouver average a high of 22°C and a low of 14°C — relevant context for player workload and broadcast scheduling.
Form context — Paraguay have appeared at 9 previous FIFA World Cups (last five: DNQ, DNQ, DNQ, Group, QF). Uzbekistan have appeared at 1 World Cups (last five: Debut). The match is officially scheduled by FIFA; kickoff times and venue assignments are confirmed.
Paraguay vs Uzbekistan — head-to-head profile
Pre-match snapshot of both squads. All values are populated at build time from the World Cup squads dataset and refreshed via the API on match day.
| Metric | Paraguay | Uzbekistan |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | #47 | #57 |
| Confederation | CONMEBOL | AFC |
| WC appearances | 9 | 1 |
| Best WC finish | Quarter-finals (2010) | Debut |
| Last 5 WCs | DNQ, DNQ, DNQ, Group, QF | Debut |
| Captain | Gustavo Gómez | Eldor Shomurodov |
| Manager | Gustavo Alfaro | Timur Kapadze |
| Players to watch | Miguel Almirón, Julio Enciso, Diego Gómez | Eldor Shomurodov, Abbosbek Fayzullaev, Khusayin Norchaev |
Get live Paraguay vs Uzbekistan data
// Fetch live data for Paraguay vs Uzbekistan
const response = await fetch(
'https://api.thestatsapi.com/api/football/matches?competition_id={COMPETITION_ID}&date=2026-06-17',
{ headers: { 'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY' } }
);
const { data } = await response.json();
// data: [{ id, kickoff_utc, status, score, lineups, events, xg, ... }]Other matches on Jun 17
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Paraguay vs Uzbekistan at the 2026 World Cup?
Paraguay vs Uzbekistan is scheduled for Wednesday, June 17, 2026, kicking off at Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 UTC at BC Place, Vancouver.
What stage is Paraguay vs Uzbekistan?
Paraguay vs Uzbekistan is a Group Stage fixture in Group J at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
What stadium hosts Paraguay vs Uzbekistan?
BC Place (capacity 54,500, opened 1983, retractable roof, hybrid grass) in Vancouver hosts Paraguay vs Uzbekistan.
Who is favoured to win Paraguay vs Uzbekistan?
Paraguay go in as the higher-ranked side at FIFA #47, with Uzbekistan ranked #57. Paraguay's best World Cup finish is Quarter-finals (2010); Uzbekistan's is Debut. Live odds for Paraguay vs Uzbekistan are available via the odds endpoint covering Bet365, Pinnacle, Betfair Exchange, and Kambi.
Where can I watch Paraguay vs Uzbekistan?
Check your local FIFA broadcast partner for live coverage. Live scores, lineups, in-match events, xG, and odds are also available in real time via TheStatsAPI matches endpoint.
What is the kickoff time for Paraguay vs Uzbekistan in my timezone?
Paraguay vs Uzbekistan kicks off at Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 UTC. Convert it to your local timezone using the kickoff converter on this page — it works without an account.
How can I get live Paraguay vs Uzbekistan stats via API?
Use TheStatsAPI matches endpoint with competition_id={COMPETITION_ID} and filter by date (2026-06-17) or by match ID to get live scores, lineups, in-match events (goals, cards, substitutions), xG, and per-player stats. Updates land within seconds of the source feed.
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