Paraguay vs Brazil
Watch Paraguay vs Brazil full match replay and highlight. This is a match of CONMEBOL Copa America 2023/2024, Group D – Round 2.
Kick off: 01:00 GMT Saturday Jun 29, 2024.
Referee: Piero Maza, Chile.
Venue: Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas.
Brazil Triumphs Over Paraguay with Vínicius Júnior’s Brace in Copa América 2024
A first-half brace from Vínicius Júnior helped Brazil secure a commanding 4-1 victory over ten-man Paraguay at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada. This win extends Brazil’s unbeaten record against Paraguay to ten matches (W5, D5) and keeps their Copa América 2024 hopes alive.
Match Overview
Brazil, eager to clinch three points after their opening match draw, came out strong. João Gomes and Lucas Paquetá launched early attempts, setting the tone for an aggressive Brazilian side. Paraguay responded with a brilliant save from Alisson after a shot from Damián Bobadilla.
Key Moments
31st Minute Drama: Brazil missed a crucial opportunity when Paquetá’s penalty, given for a handball by Andrés Cubas, went high over the bar. However, Paquetá made amends minutes later with a stunning backheel pass that set up Vínicius Júnior, who confidently slotted the ball past Rodrigo Morínigo to break the deadlock.
Seven-Minute Blitz: Brazil sealed Paraguay’s fate with a devastating spell at the end of the first half. Bruno Guimarães’ shot hit the crossbar, but Sávio capitalized on the rebound to score his first goal for Brazil. Vínicius then added his second in stoppage time, benefiting from a defensive error by Omar Alderete and Morínigo.
Second Half Action: Paraguay showed resilience, scoring three minutes into the second half with a stunning long-range strike from Alderete. However, their efforts were thwarted when Mathías Villasanti’s handball led to another penalty, successfully converted by Paquetá. Paraguay’s night worsened as Cubas received a straight red card in the 81st minute.
What’s Next?
Brazil moves onto four points, two behind group leaders Colombia, setting up a decisive match on Wednesday to determine the group winners. Paraguay, already eliminated, will play against Costa Rica purely for pride.