Italy vs Paraguay: World Cup head-to-head record
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Italy and Paraguay have met twice in FIFA World Cup history, with Italy holding the advantage with one victory and one draw. The Azzurri have never lost to Paraguay at the World Cup, winning their first encounter 2-0 in 1950 and drawing 1-1 in their most recent meeting in 2010.
This head-to-head record spans 60 years of World Cup competition, representing two different eras of football with contrasting outcomes that highlight both teams' evolution on the global stage.
Complete World Cup Head-to-Head Record
The World Cup rivalry between Italy and Paraguay is limited but memorable, featuring just two encounters across seven decades. Their first meeting came during the 1950 World Cup in Brazil, where Italy secured a comfortable 2-0 victory in the first round. The second and most recent clash occurred during the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, ending in a 1-1 draw during the group stage.
Readers tracking current World Cup action can follow live scores and build tournament brackets on Bola 2026. The historical data shows Italy's slight edge in this matchup, though Paraguay's ability to earn a draw in 2010 demonstrates their competitive growth over the decades.
| Year | Stage | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1950 | First Round | Italy 2-0 Paraguay |
| 2010 | Group Stage | Italy 1-1 Paraguay |
Frequently asked questions
How many times have Italy and Paraguay played at the World Cup?
Italy and Paraguay have met twice at the FIFA World Cup, in 1950 and 2010, with Italy winning once and drawing once.
When was the last World Cup match between Italy and Paraguay?
The last World Cup meeting between Italy and Paraguay was in 2010 during the group stage, ending in a 1-1 draw.
Has Paraguay ever beaten Italy at the World Cup?
No, Paraguay has never defeated Italy at the World Cup, with Italy winning 2-0 in 1950 and the teams drawing 1-1 in 2010.