Paraguay

Agreement With Fugitive Baba Nithyananda's Kailasa Proves Costly For Paraguay Official

The revelation sparked a scandal — and lots of social media mockery — in Paraguay but it's hardly the first time that the self-described representatives of the United States of Kailasa duped international leaders.

Dec 01, 2023, 18:24 PM IST

Earthquake of 6.5 magnitude jolts Argentina, tremors felt in Paraguay

The earthquake was 104 km from Monte Quemado, Santiago del Estero Province, Argentina, and was struck at a depth of 600 kilometers. 

Jan 21, 2023, 11:07 AM IST

Neymar-less Brazil thrash Paraguay 4-0 in 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifier

Brazil won 4-0 over Paraguay in Tuesday's (February 1) World Cup qualifier ending Paraguay's dream for Qatar World Cup 2022.

Feb 02, 2022, 12:16 PM IST

Copa America: Lucas Paqueta's goal helps 10-man Brazil defeat Chile to enter semifinals - WATCH

In the other quarterfinal, Peru defeated Paraguay 4-3 on penalties to enter the semifinals of the ongoing tournament.

Jul 03, 2021, 10:48 AM IST

No third party involved in India sending vaccines to Paraguay: MEA

The Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday dismissed media reports quoting Taiwan foreign minister Joseph Wu that Taipei's intervention led to Paraguay getting vaccines from India. 

Apr 09, 2021, 00:23 AM IST

Argentina play out 1-1 draw with Paraguay in FIFA World Cup qualifier

Argentina will play their next game away at Peru on Tuesday, while Paraguay will lock horns with bottom side Bolivia at home the same day.

Nov 13, 2020, 15:38 PM IST

Brazil great Ronaldinho remains asymptomatic after testing positive for coronavirus

In August, Ronaldinho had returned to Brazil after almost six months in custody in neighboring Paraguay for allegedly using a fake passport.

Oct 26, 2020, 15:53 PM IST

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Colombia overrun Venezuela with three first-half goals

Venezuela are the only side in South America never to have reached the World Cup finals and they showed why in a disastrous opening 45 minutes at a fan-free stadium on Colombia’s coast.

Oct 10, 2020, 15:40 PM IST

Ronaldinho released after spending five months under house arrest in Paraguay for using false passports

Ronaldinho has paid a fine of $90,000, while his brother Assis has been fined $110,000. 

Aug 25, 2020, 16:16 PM IST

Ronaldinho Gaucho to be freed in 'adulterated' passport case

Ronaldinho, who also played for Atletico Mineiro, Flamengo and Paris St Germain, last featured professionally in 2015.

Mar 06, 2020, 10:09 AM IST

Copa America: Relentless Colombia seal win against Paraguay despite sweeping changes

Colombia were guaranteed a place in the last eight as Group B winners and made 10 changes from the side that beat Qatar in their last outing but still dominated play against Paraguay.

Jun 24, 2019, 20:09 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Egypt to file complaint against referee after Russia defeat

"We want an investigation into the performance of the whole refereeing team," Egyptian Football Association president Hany Abo Rida told Reuters on Friday.

Jun 22, 2018, 15:53 PM IST

Conservative Mario Abdo Benitez wins Paraguay presidential poll: Reports

Mario Abdo Benitez, who represents Paraguay`s long-dominant Colorado conservatives, won Sunday`s presidential poll, landing the top job in one of Latin America`s poorest countries, election officials said.

Apr 23, 2018, 07:05 AM IST

Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay release details of joint 2030 World Cup bid

Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay plan to have matches at 12 different venues if they are successful in winning the rights to host the 2030 World Cup, the football federation leaders and government officials said.

Apr 10, 2018, 11:29 AM IST

Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay confirm joint 2030 World Cup bid

Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay will form a joint bid to host the 2030 World Cup, which will mark the tournament`s 100-year anniversary, the presidents of the three countries confirmed on Wednesday.

Oct 05, 2017, 00:11 AM IST

World Cup 2018 qualifiers: Alexis Sanchez named in Chile squad for games against Paraguay, Bolivia

Sanchez has yet to play for his English Premier League club Arsenal this season after straining an abdominal muscle.

Aug 18, 2017, 09:51 AM IST

Oliver Giroud treble in friendly against Paraguay boosts France ahead of decisive-Sweden qualifier

Arsenal striker Giroud, playing in his favoured central forward position, struck twice before the interval and once in the second half to lead France to an emphatic victory in Rennes.

Jun 03, 2017, 09:08 AM IST

Unrest as Paraguay senators back president re-election

Paraguayan senators approved a contested law allowing the country's president to be re-elected, prompting furious protesters to break into the legislature, ransacking lawmakers' offices and igniting fires.

Apr 01, 2017, 10:57 AM IST

Copa America Centenario: Costa Rica see red in draw with Paraguay

The result leaves Colombia who beat the United States in Friday`s opener, alone at the top of the group with three points.

Jun 05, 2016, 06:26 AM IST

World Cup qualifier: Paraguay prepare mission `impossible` for Brazil

Paraguay coach Ramon Diaz said his team will try to make life "impossible" for Brazil as they aim to score another upset over the South American giants in World Cup qualifying on Tuesday. 

Mar 29, 2016, 01:52 AM IST