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Final Result

February 8, 2024 5:01 PM ET

End of the match

In a breathtaking finale and with a last-gasp goal, Argentina managed to pull out a draw and thus keep alive its hopes of making it to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

February 8, 2024 4:57 PM ET

90' + 6'

Gooooal for Argentina!

Federico Redondo ties the match once again, closing the game after a shot that was denied by goalkeeper Gonzalez.

Argentina 3 - 3 Paraguay

February 8, 2024 4:56 PM ET

90' + 6'

The fourth official indicates that 6 minutes are added to the final whistle.

February 8, 2024 4:51 PM ET

90'

Gooooal for Paraguay!
Magnificent shot by Enso Gonzalez gives Paraguay the lead at the end of the match, everything seems to indicate that the 'albirroja' will get their pass to Paris 2024. 

Argentina 2 - 3 Paraguay

February 8, 2024 4:50 PM ET

89'

Time is running out, Javier Mascherano's players are pushing the accelerator, as they want to get the victory.

February 8, 2024 4:47 PM ET

83'

Gooooal by Argentina!

Tiago Almada scores to tie the match, a dramatic ending awaits us. 

Argentina 2 - 2 Paraguay

February 8, 2024 4:43 PM ET

80'

Penalty for Argentina!

Unnecessary foul by defender Fernando Roman on Gondou.

February 8, 2024 4:40 PM ET

75'

  • Changes
  • Argentina
In: Luciano Gondou (9)

Out: Santiago Castro (18)

In: Francisco González (17)

Out: Cristian Medina (8)

 

  • Paraguay

In: Fernando Cardozo (7)

Out: Iván Leguizamón (17)

February 8, 2024 4:38 PM ET

70'

Gooooal Paraguay!
Alan Nuñez's powerful shot and Paraguay has turned the score around. 

With this result, the Guaraníes are dreaming of their ticket to Paris 2024. 

Argentina 1 - 2 Paraguay

February 8, 2024 4:32 PM ET

67'

  • Changes
  • Paraguay
In: Tiago Caballero (23)

Out: Marcos Gómez (19)

In: Enso González (11) 

Out: Marcelo Pérez (6)

February 8, 2024 4:29 PM ET

62'

  • Change
  • Argentina
In: Claudio Echeverri (11)

Out: Pablo Solari (7)

February 8, 2024 4:25 PM ET

58'

An important save by goalkeeper Leandro Brey, saving what was Paraguay's second goal.

February 8, 2024 4:20 PM ET

55'

Many corner kicks for the 'albiceleste' in this second half, the desperation makes them make several mistakes in the defensive zone.

February 8, 2024 4:16 PM ET

50'

Argentina presses in Paraguay's low area and does not allow them to progress.

February 8, 2024 4:10 PM ET

45'

  • Change
  • Paraguay
In: Marcos Gómez (6)

Out: Marcelo Fernández (20)

February 8, 2024 4:08 PM ET

Second Half

The second half begins between Argentina and Paraguay.

February 8, 2024 4:05 PM ET

45' + 3'

The fourth referee indicates that 3 minutes are added to go to the break, Paraguay closes better in this first half.

February 8, 2024 3:49 PM ET

41'

Gooooal for Paraguay!

With a deflection on a free kick, Diego Gómez ties the score. 

Minutes before the end of the first half, Argentina and Paraguay equalize 1-1.

February 8, 2024 3:45 PM ET

31'

  • Change
  • Argentina
In: Joaquín García (4)

Out: Juan Nardoni (20)

February 8, 2024 3:34 PM ET

30'

We crossed the first third of the match, a very even game so far. 

  • Possession
    • Argentina - 58% 
    • Paraguay - 42%

February 8, 2024 3:33 PM ET

22'

Solari missed a dangerous play after shooting with little power in front of goal.

February 8, 2024 3:28 PM ET

16'

The Guaraníes tried to come out with the ball under control, but the opposing midfield contained the ball well and did not allow them to generate danger in attack.

February 8, 2024 3:20 PM ET

10'

Argentina has started much more insistent in this beginning of the match, we will see if they manage to score the second of the match in this first half.

February 8, 2024 3:19 PM ET

3'

Gooooal for Argentina!

The first goal has arrived very early in the game, Pablo Solari finishes off a cross inside the box and Mascherano's team quickly takes the lead. 

Argentina 1 - 0 Paraguay

February 8, 2024 3:08 PM ET

Start of the Match

The game between Argentina and Paraguay has started.

February 8, 2024 3:05 PM ET

Minutes before the game starts

The final details are ready, the teams are getting ready to take the field for the entrance ceremony and the anthems of both nations.

February 8, 2024 2:59 PM ET

Warm-up

Both teams took to the field for stretching and pre-competitive work before the match at the Brígido Iriarte Stadium.

 

February 8, 2024 2:42 PM ET

Olympic Games in Paris 2024

Tickets for the next Olympic Games in Paris 2024, to be held in the summer of this year, will be disputed in this meeting. In connection with this information, the design of the medals that will be awarded to all those who are part of the podium in their respective disciplines was released today.

 

February 8, 2024 2:37 PM ET

Dressing Rooms

The dressing rooms of both countries are ready for the players to have their talk before entering the field, the uniforms look spectacular:

 

February 8, 2024 2:32 PM ET

Paraguay Lineup

This is the starting XI with which the 'guaraníes' will take the field:

 

February 8, 2024 2:27 PM ET

Statistics

These are the previous numbers for the match between Argentina and Paraguay in this competition:

 

February 8, 2024 2:17 PM ET

Arrival of Paraguay

The Paraguayan National Team has arrived at the stadium to play its match corresponding to the second phase of the South American U-23 Pre-Olympic.

 

February 8, 2024 2:12 PM ET

Welcome!

We are ready to bring you the broadcast of the Argentina vs Paraguay match in the second qualifying round for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

February 8, 2024 2:02 PM ET

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Argentina and Paraguay face each other in the second final phase of the South American Under-23 Pre-Olympic, both teams are competing for a ticket to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

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February 8, 2024 1:57 PM ET

How to watch Argentina vs Paraguay in USA

USA Date: [8, February, 2024]

USA Time: 3:00 p.m (ET)

USA TV channel (English): [N/H]

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February 8, 2024 1:52 PM ET

Forecasts

In the main sports betting platforms, in the match between Argentina vs Paraguay, the team led by Mascherano looks like a favorite with a small advantage to win this Thursday's match. 


Argentina - 1.70
Draw - 3.75
Paraguay - 4.50

February 8, 2024 1:47 PM ET

Paraguay's possible roster

Á. González; A. Nuñez, G. Flores, D. López, L. Rivas; D. Gómez, W.Viera, F. Peralta; M. Fernández, I. Leguizamón and M. Pérez

February 8, 2024 1:42 PM ET

Argentina's possible roster

L. Brey; J. García, N.Valentini, M. Cesare, A. Quirós; J. Nardoni, J. Sforza, E. Fernández, T. Almada; S. Castro and P. Solari.

February 8, 2024 1:37 PM ET

How is the Paraguay doing?

The Guarani team arrives with a great boost, after a victory over Brazil by the minimum score, which puts them one victory away from being in Paris 2024. 

With a 4-2-3-1 system, coach Carlos Saguier will try to repeat the same squad that gave the "batacazo" against the Brazilians.

February 8, 2024 1:32 PM ET

How is the Argentina doing?

The 'albiceleste' national team comes from a 2-2 draw against Venezuela at the end, however, the task of Javier Mascherano together with his players will have a new test against the 'albirroja'.

If they win and if Brazil draws in their respective match, they will be assured of a place at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, but if the Argentines draw, they will be practically obliged to win on the last matchday when they face the "verdeamarela" (green and yellow). 

If they lose, Mascherano's men will still have a chance of qualifying if they beat Brazil and hope that Paraguay does the same against Venezuela.

February 8, 2024 1:27 PM ET

The match will be played at the Brígido Iriarte Stadium

The Brígido Iriarte National Olympic Stadium is located in the city of Caracas, Venezuela. This complex has a soccer field and an athletics track.

It has a capacity for 8 thousand spectators and hosts the home games of Atlético Venezuela F.C. and Metropolitanos of the Venezuelan First Division. 

It also has a giant high-definition screen and has been part of several remodeling works in different sectors of the venue so that the media, journalists, managers, fans, players and others have a place to enjoy the sporting spectacle.

February 8, 2024 1:22 PM ET

Welcome to VAVEL.com’s coverage of the 2024 South American Under-23 Pre-Olympic match: Argentina vs Paraguay Latest Info!

My name is Marco García and I’ll be your host for this game. Follow pregame information on VAVEL. 

Argentina and Paraguay face each other in the second final phase of the South American Under-23 Pre-Olympic, both teams are competing for a ticket to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

February 8, 2024 1:17 PM ET
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