Only three teams have a perfect winning streak in the CONMEBOL Fifa World Cup qualification. Two of these sides – Paraguay and Brazil – lock horns this Wednesday at the Estadio Defensores del Chaco with kickoff at 3:30 am.
Brazil continued their impressive form with a 2-0 win over Ecuador, whereas Paraguay maintained their unbeaten streak with a goalless draw to Uruguay.
Paraguay fans were reliving their moments of the World Cup 2010 when their side took part in the glorious world tournament. However, dreams could come alive for them in Qatar 2022 if the side maintains their impressive form so far in the CONMEBL Fifa World Cup qualifications.
Even though a goalless draw with Uruguay did not spark the needed momentum, Eduardo Bizarro’s men remain thankful for going five games without losing. However, it is not a stellar record with one win over Venezuela and four draws – one against Argentina.
The road to Qatar 2022 is wide open, with 13 matches coming in between. However, as things stand, Paraguay occupies the fourth and final automatic promotion spot.
On the other hand, Brazil had to take scraps in their last outing against Ecuador in a highly controversial match marred with VAR intervention. However, Brazil finds themselves at the top of the pile with five wins in their opening five matches. Tite currently boasts of a six-unbeaten streak.
Paraguay vs. Brazil Head to Head
Both sides have ten matches against each other, with Paraguay taking one win while Brazil picking three wins. Here is a look at their previous encounters:
Home
- Uruguay 0-0 Paraguay
- Paraguay 1-1 Bolivia
- Argentina1-1 Paraguay
- Venezuela 0-1 Paraguay
- Paraguay 2-2 Peru
Away
- Brazil 0-2 Ecuador
- Uruguay 0-2 Brazil
- Brazil 1-0 Venezuela
- Peru 2-4 Brazil
- Brazil 5-0 Bolivia
Paraguay Team News
There are no fresh injury concerns following their goalless stalemate against Uruguay. Therefore, Berizzo might choose to maintain a strong starting XI with minimal changes. Angel Romero is in the course of hitting more than four goals in the competition to become the top scorer in the division.
Brazil Team News
Injuries left veteran defenders Thiago Silva and Dani Alves out of the coming matches. However, midfielder Douglas Luiz is back available from a suspension. Roberto Firmino and Gabriel Jesus keep pushing for spots in the attack.
Prediction and Odds
We cannot throw away Brazil’s 100% perfect start so far; thus, Paraguay might have to play second best.
- Brazil Win
- Goals Under 2.5
- Double Chance
