England vs Paraguay: World Cup head-to-head record
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England have a perfect World Cup record against Paraguay, winning both of their meetings without conceding a single goal. Across two clashes — in 1986 and 2006 — England triumphed 3-0 and 1-0 respectively, giving them a 100% win rate and a combined score of 4-0 in World Cup football against the South American side.
The two nations have never drawn or seen Paraguay take victory in a World Cup fixture, making England the dominant side in this head-to-head matchup at the tournament's biggest stage.
All-time World Cup head-to-head summary
England and Paraguay have crossed paths twice at the FIFA World Cup, and on both occasions England left with a clean sheet and all three points. The first meeting came in Mexico in 1986, where England ran out convincing 3-0 winners in the Round of 16. Twenty years later, the sides met again in Germany at the 2006 group stage, with England edging a tighter affair 1-0. In total, England have scored four goals against Paraguay in World Cup play while keeping two clean sheets — a remarkably dominant record.
Full match-by-match record
Below is every World Cup encounter between the two sides:
| Year | Stage | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Round of 16 | England 3-0 Paraguay |
| 2006 | Group Stage (Matchday 2) | England 1-0 Paraguay |
What does this record mean for 2026?
Should England and Paraguay meet at the 2026 World Cup — hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico — England would carry an unbeaten psychological edge backed by history. Paraguay will need to break a long-standing World Cup duck against the English if they are to turn the tide. Football fans can track any potential 2026 fixtures, live scores, and build their own bracket at Bola 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How many times have England and Paraguay played at the World Cup?
England and Paraguay have met twice at the World Cup — in 1986 and 2006. England won both matches, 3-0 and 1-0 respectively, and have never conceded a goal against Paraguay in World Cup football.
What was the result of England vs Paraguay at the 2006 World Cup?
England beat Paraguay 1-0 in the 2006 World Cup group stage on Matchday 2. It was a narrow but decisive victory that continued England's perfect record against Paraguay at the tournament.
Has Paraguay ever beaten England at the World Cup?
No. Paraguay have never beaten England at the World Cup. In two meetings (1986 and 2006), England won both games and kept clean sheets each time, with a combined aggregate of 4-0.