Preview: Turkey vs Paraguay prediction, odds, where to watch, time | FIFA World Cup 2026
Both teams lost their opening match of the World Cup
San Francisco Bay Area Stadium in Santa Clara will host an enthralling encounter between Turkey and Paraguay. Both teams are placed in Group D of the FIFA World Cup 2026 and will compete with the USA and Australia to qualify for the knockout rounds.
Turkey are one of the most improved national teams of the last few years. They reached the quarter-finals of the Euros 2024 and even managed to qualify for the FIFA World Cup for the first time since 2002. They were on an eight-game unbeaten run coming into this tournament, but lost against Australia in disappointing fashion.
Paraguay, on the other hand, finished sixth in the CONMEBOL qualifiers and qualified for their first World Cup in 16 years. They played their first game of the tournament against the hosts, the USA, and lost 4-1. They are at the bottom of the group right now and desperately need a win to stay in the qualification race.
Kickoff:
• Location: Santa Clara, California• Stadium: San Francisco Bay Area Stadium• Date: Saturday, 20 June• Kick-off time: 08:30 AM (IST); 03:00 AM (GMT) | 19/06/2026 – 10:00 PM EST• Referee: TBD• VAR: In Use
Form:
Turkey (in all competitions): L-W-W-W-W
Paraguay (in all competitions): L-W-L-W-W
Players to watch out for:
Arda Güler (Turkey)
The attacking midfielder is the most important player in Turkey’s frontline. He had an exceptional season with Real Madrid. He has performed consistently for the national team in his young career and will look to leave a mark at his first-ever World Cup.
Julio Enciso (Paraguay)
The striker started his FIFA World Cup campaign on a great note as he registered an assist against the USA on the opening matchday. Despite Paraguay’s disappointing performance, Enciso can be considered a silver lining for them.
Match Facts:
- This will be the first-ever encounter between Turkey and Paraguay.
- Turkey lost 2-0 against Australia in their last game.
- Paraguay lost 4-1 againts USA in their last game.
Turkey vs Paraguay: Betting odds & tips
- Tip 1: Turkey to win – 1.59 by Stake
- Tip 2: Both teams to score – 1.71 by Dafabet
- Tip 3: Expected Goals – Over 2.5 – 1.29 by 1XBET
Injury and Team news:
Both teams have their entire squad available for selection.
Head to Head:
This will be the first-ever encounter between Turkey and Paraguay.
Predicted Lineups
Turkey (4-2-3-1)
Cakir (GK); Muldur, Demiral, Bardakçı, Kadıoğlu; Çalhanoğlu, Yüksek; Güler, Kökçü, Yılmaz; Aktürkoğlu
Paraguay (4-4-2)
Gill (GK); Cáceres, Gómez, Alderete, Alonso; Gómez, Cubas, Bobadilla, Almirón; Sanabria, Enciso
Match Prediction:
The game between Turkey and Paraguay is expected to be close, as both teams have their backs against the wall and have some highly talented individuals amongst their ranks.
Prediction: Turkey 2-1 Paraguay
Telecast Details:
India: Unite8 Sports Channels, ZEE5
UK: BBC & ITV
USA: FOX Sports
Nigeria: DStv, GOtv
Where to watch Turkey vs Paraguay live in India?
The game will be streamed live on Zee5 in India.
Who won the last head-to-head encounter between Turkey and Paraguay?
This will be the first ever game between these two teams.
Where will Turkey vs Paraguay be played?
The game will be played at the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium in Santa Clara, California.
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