Paraguay
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Paraguay, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
World Cup third-place race takes shape as two teams already qualify
As the 2026 World Cup group stage nears its end, Bosnia and Ecuador have already clinched knockout spots as third-place finishers. Eight of the 12 third-place teams will advance u…
How an American Crowd Anthem Became a World Cup Stadium Favorite
The United States has emerged as one of the 2026 World Cup’s strongest teams, beating Paraguay and Australia to finish first in its group. After Friday’s win over Australia, more…
World Cup Day 15: Curaçao Chases History, Japan Faces Sweden in a Direct Clash
Day 15 of the 2026 World Cup features decisive group matches that will send more teams into the round of 32. Curaçao can make history with its first-ever win, Japan and Sweden mee…
Turkey’s Replay Request Rejected After Paraguay Referee-Swatch Incident
Turkey asked FIFA for a replay after a Paraguay player wore the referee’s watch during their World Cup 2026 match. FIFA refused, saying the referee was not actually prevented from…
Australia and Paraguay Can Both Advance With a Draw in World Cup Group D
Australia and Paraguay meet in the final round of World Cup 2026 Group D with three points each. A draw would send both teams to the round of 32. The article highlights the unusua…
Bellingham Incident Sparks Debate Over FIFA’s New Mouth-Covering Rule
Jude Bellingham avoided punishment after covering his mouth during England’s 0-0 draw with Ghana at the 2026 World Cup. The decision, compared with a Paraguay player’s red card fo…
Netherlands Aim to Top Group as Germany Rotates for Decisive World Cup Round
The Netherlands can clinch first place in their group by beating Tunisia, while Germany have already won their group and may rotate heavily against Ecuador. The United States face…
Why Endrick Has Become Brazil’s World Cup Meme King
Brazilian fans have flooded social media with memes mocking Carlo Ancelotti for not starting Endrick at the 2026 World Cup. The coach says he is managing the 19-year-old carefully…
World Cup Round of 16 Picture Begins to Take Shape After Two Matchdays
After two matchdays of the 2026 World Cup, several group winners and eliminations are already locked in. The current Round of 32 picture includes a potential France-Sweden and Ger…
Paraguay Fan Marisol Olmedo Becomes a Viral World Cup Figure
Marisol Olmedo, a Paraguay fan known as “La Madrina,” has become a viral figure at the 2026 World Cup. She drew attention in the stands, on social media, and after an Instagram wa…
Should Spain Panic After a Goalless Draw? The History Says Not Yet
Spain’s 0-0 draw with Cape Verde has sparked alarm after a disappointing World Cup debut. The article argues that history shows many eventual finalists start slowly, and Spain its…
United States Clinch Top Spot as Group Drama Continues
The United States secured first place in Group D after beating Australia, while Turkey’s loss to Paraguay confirmed their elimination. Australia and Paraguay will decide second pl…
Paraguay Forward Sent Off for Covering His Mouth in World Cup First
Paraguay defeated Turkey 1-0 on Friday, but the match became a World Cup first when Miguel Almiron was sent off for covering his mouth during a confrontation. The red card, issued…
Turkey stunned after World Cup exit sparks blame game
Turkey’s 2026 World Cup campaign ended after a 1-0 loss to Paraguay, sparking fierce criticism at home. Coach Vincenzo Montella and young star Arda Guler are the main targets, whi…
United States Advances, Brazil Recovers, Paraguay Makes Unwanted World Cup History
The United States beat Australia 2-0 to reach the round of 32, while Brazil defeated Haiti 3-0 and Morocco beat Scotland 1-0. Paraguay beat Turkey 1-0 despite a red card for Migue…
World Cup Midterm: goals, stars and surprises in a thrilling opening stretch
The article reviews a spectacular opening World Cup phase, led by Lionel Messi’s first World Cup hat trick and an unusually high scoring rate. It also highlights breakout performe…
World Cup Referee’s Mysterious Drink Was Likely Pickle Juice
At a World Cup match on Friday, referee Felix Zwayer collapsed late in stoppage time and received attention on the field. He drank from a “mysterious bottle” that doctors say was…
Brazil and the United States advance as Haiti and Turkey are eliminated in World Cup action
Brazil beat Haiti 3-0 and Paraguay upset Turkey 1-0, eliminating both teams from the 2026 World Cup. The United States beat Australia 2-0 to win Group D, while Morocco defeated Sc…
Paraguay Stuns Turkey With Fastest Goal of the Tournament, Knocks Them Out
Paraguay beat Turkey 1-0 in San Francisco and eliminated the Turks from Group D. Matias Galarza scored after 64 seconds, the tournament's fastest goal so far. Paraguay will play A…
United States Makes World Cup History With Second Straight Group-Stage Win
The United States beat Australia 2-0 at the 2026 World Cup to clinch advancement after an opening 4-1 win over Paraguay. It was the first time in U.S. history that the team won tw…
United States leads Australia 2-0 after early own goal and Freeman header
The United States led Australia 2-0 by the 75th minute on June 19, 2026. Cameron Burgess scored an own goal in the 11th minute, and Alex Freeman added a second before halftime aft…
United States Faces Australia Without Pulisic in Group D Battle
The United States faces Australia in Seattle on Friday night for first place in World Cup Group D. Christian Pulisic is out, while Ricardo Pepi starts for the Americans and Austra…
Viral New Zealand Defender Set for Surprise Move to Paraguay's Olimpia
Tim Payne, New Zealand’s viral right back, is expected to join Paraguay’s Olimpia after the 2026 World Cup. The 32-year-old has become a social media phenomenon, now boasting 5.8…
Turkey Fan in Black-and-White Face Paint Becomes a World Cup Viral Sensation
Necdet Ölçerman, a Beşiktaş fan from Turkey, went viral during Turkey’s World Cup match against Australia for his black-and-white face paint and matching contact lenses. After Tur…
Argentina Seeks to Restore South American Pride Against Algeria
Argentina will face Algeria at 4:00 a.m. Wednesday, with Lionel Messi expected to start and Nicolas Tagliafico out injured. The match comes after a winless start for South America…
Somaliland Opens Its Embassy in Jerusalem
Somaliland opened its embassy in Jerusalem in a ceremony attended by President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi and Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar. It is the third embassy to open in J…
World Cup stories go beyond the pitch, from fan culture to political protests
The World Cup has produced stories beyond football, including fan culture, historic results and political protests. Japan's supporters, Curaçao's historic debut and demonstrations…
Why Mauricio Pochettino’s U.S. team is being watched closely
Mauricio Pochettino took over the U.S. national team in September 2024 after a Copa America group-stage exit. His attacking style has energized the team, but defensive weaknesses…
Turkey’s Return to the World Cup Is Overshadowed by a Viral Superfan
Turkey returned to the World Cup for the first time since 2002, opening against Australia in Vancouver. The match was overshadowed online by superfan Udi Neco, whose extreme face…
Australia and Turkey open World Cup Group D with scoreless first half in Vancouver
Australia and Turkey met in Vancouver in the final Group D opener at the World Cup after the United States beat Paraguay 4-1. Turkey began strongly but the game was still level at…
World Cup Referees Get a New Perspective From Head Cameras
FIFA has introduced a referee head camera that gives viewers and officiating crews a live, first-person angle during World Cup matches. The feature, tested since last year, is als…
Pochettino Reunites With Former Espanyol Player Ben Sahar at the World Cup
Mauricio Pochettino and Ben Sahar reunited during the World Cup and joked about their Espanyol days. Pochettino, now coaching the United States, recalled how fans once demanded Sa…
World Cup 2026: United States wins big, Canada held to a draw
The United States opened its 2026 World Cup campaign with a 4-1 win over Paraguay, while Canada drew Bosnia and Herzegovina. Switzerland led Qatar 1-0, and Brazil was scheduled to…
United States rout Paraguay in World Cup opener, Canada earns historic draw
The United States beat Paraguay 4-1 in Los Angeles to start its 2026 World Cup with a dominant win. Canada drew 1-1 with Bosnia in Toronto, ending a six-match losing streak and av…
Why Trump Skipped the U.S. World Cup Opener
Donald Trump did not attend the United States’ 4-1 World Cup win over Paraguay because he is focused on a UFC event at the White House. Mexico’s Claudia Sheinbaum also missed her…
Hollywood Turns World Cup Kickoff Into a Celebrity Spectacle
The 2026 World Cup opening day became a Hollywood celebrity event in Los Angeles, highlighted by David Beckham receiving a Hollywood Walk of Fame star. The U.S. played Paraguay am…
Fan’s Failed Field Invasion at USA-Paraguay Becomes Viral Joke
A fan tried to invade the field during the United States’ 4-1 World Cup win over Paraguay at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. Security stopped him almost instantly, and the failed stu…
U.S. sets 60-year passing record in World Cup rout of Paraguay
The United States beat Paraguay 4-1 in its home World Cup opener on June 13, 2026. Chris Richards set a World Cup passing record with 83 completed passes at perfect accuracy, whil…
United States Delivers a Statement Win Over Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup
The United States crushed Paraguay 4-1 at the 2026 World Cup, in what an Israeli columnist called its best match ever. Christian Pulisic starred before being subbed off, and the w…
Ibrahimovic and Speed Stage Strange World Cup Studio Clash
Before the United States-Paraguay World Cup pregame show, Zlatan Ibrahimovic and streamer Speed appeared to have a brief, possibly staged, clash on Fox’s studio set. Speed picked…
Kansas City Turns World Cup Opener Into a National Party
Kansas City’s downtown was transformed into a World Cup street party hours before the United States faced Paraguay. After an early U.S. goal and a halftime 3-0 lead, the crowd cel…
Balogun stars as United States thrash Paraguay in World Cup statement
The United States opened its home World Cup with a 4-1 rout of Paraguay, led by a Folarin Balogun brace. Balogun’s rise from Brooklyn to England and then Monaco has made him a bre…
Katy Perry’s Sparkling World Cup Gown Steals the Spotlight
Katy Perry performed at the World Cup opening ceremony in Los Angeles, but her silver Stella McCartney dress became the viral talking point. She sang "Wonder" with 10-year-old Nor…
World Cup 2026 enters full swing as the U.S. routs Paraguay
The United States opened its 2026 World Cup campaign with a 4-1 win over Paraguay in Los Angeles. The tournament now shifts into a packed nightly schedule, highlighted by Qatar-Sw…
World Cup Day Three Brings Four Late-Night Matchups
The 2026 World Cup’s third day features four matches from 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Israel time. The slate includes Qatar-Switzerland, Brazil-Morocco, Haiti-Scotland, and Australia-…
Pro-Israel Protest Held Outside World Cup Match
A pro-Israel protest took place outside the World Cup match between the United States and Paraguay. A protester opposed to the Iranian regime waved a flag before the game. The ite…
Trump Wishes U.S. Soccer Team Luck Before World Cup Opener
Donald Trump called U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino before the United States opened its 2026 World Cup group stage against Paraguay. Trump praised the players and said the team had…
Larissa Riquelme Recounts the World Cup Phone Photo That Changed Her Life
Larissa Riquelme said the famous 2010 World Cup phone photo was meant to protect her mobile, not create a sensation. She says the viral moment changed her career and now she is wo…