Paraguay vs Sweden: World Cup head-to-head record
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Paraguay and Sweden have met twice in FIFA World Cup history, with Sweden holding a slight advantage with one win, one draw, and zero defeats against Paraguay. Their all-time World Cup head-to-head record shows Sweden leading 1-0-1 across matches spanning from 1950 to 2006.
The two nations first clashed in the 1950 World Cup first round, playing out an entertaining 2-2 draw, before Sweden secured their only victory over Paraguay with a narrow 1-0 win during the 2006 tournament.
Complete World Cup Meeting History
The complete record of Paraguay vs Sweden World Cup encounters shows just two meetings across more than seven decades of World Cup competition. Their first encounter in 1950 was part of the unique group format used that year, while their 2006 meeting came during the group stage of the expanded 32-team tournament format.
| Year | Stage | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1950 | First Round | Sweden 2-2 Paraguay |
| 2006 | Group Stage | Sweden 1-0 Paraguay |
For fans following future World Cup action, Bola 2026 provides comprehensive coverage to track live scores and build tournament brackets. The limited history between these nations means any potential 2026 meeting would carry significant weight in determining which team holds the historical advantage.
Frequently asked questions
How many times have Paraguay and Sweden played at the World Cup?
Paraguay and Sweden have met twice at the FIFA World Cup, first in 1950 (2-2 draw) and again in 2006 (Sweden won 1-0).
Which team has the better World Cup record between Paraguay and Sweden?
Sweden leads the head-to-head record 1-0-1, having won once and drawn once against Paraguay, while Paraguay has never defeated Sweden at a World Cup.
When did Paraguay and Sweden last play at a World Cup?
Paraguay and Sweden last met at the 2006 World Cup, where Sweden won 1-0 during the group stage of the tournament.