Brazil's FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign faced another challenge as they lost 1-0 to Paraguay in Asuncion on Tuesday. This marks their fourth loss in five matches. Diego Gomez's first-half goal resulted in the defeat, placing Brazil fifth in the South American standings with 10 points.
Under the management of Dorival Jr., Brazil has struggled throughout the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. They are currently tied with Venezuela on points but lead on goal difference. Brazil is in a precarious position, with the top six teams qualifying directly for the expanded World Cup and the seventh-placed team entering a playoff.