Gustavo Alfaro Renews Contract with Paraguay National Team Until 2030
2 sources across 2 countries · Argentina · Chile
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The Paraguayan Football Association (APF) has confirmed that Argentine manager Gustavo Alfaro has renewed his contract to lead the national team until 2030. APF President Robert Harrison announced the extension via social media, featuring a photo of Alfaro with a jersey displaying the year 2030. This renewal ensures Alfaro will lead the team through the next World Cup cycle, including the 2030 tournament which will be hosted by Spain, Portugal, and Morocco, with Paraguay, Argentina, and Uruguay hosting the opening matches.
Alfaro took over the team in August 2024 and led Paraguay back to the World Cup after a 16 year absence. During the 2026 World Cup in North America, Paraguay reached the round of 16 after a historic penalty shootout victory over Germany. Their run ended in the round of 16 following a 1 to 0 loss to France. Reports on Alfaro's overall record vary slightly, with one source citing 11 wins, 7 draws, and 6 losses, while another reports 10 wins, 8 draws, and 6 losses over 24 matches.
Paraguay's upcoming schedule includes friendly matches against Bolivia on September 27 in Washington and Colombia on October 3 in New Jersey, followed by matches against Singapore and Japan in November. The renewal also puts an end to speculation that Alfaro might have joined the Chilean national team, which currently remains without a permanent head coach.
Beyond the Paraguayan team, the news has sparked discussion regarding the Argentine national team. Lionel Scaloni's contract with the Argentine Football Association expires on December 31, and his future remains undecided. Additionally, Walter Samuel has decided to leave the Argentine coaching staff to pursue a career as a head coach.
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- Outlets of this lean focused on the sporting achievements of the Paraguayan team and the broader implications for other national team coaching vacancies in South America.
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