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Germany v Paraguay Stats

Data last updated: Sun 28 Jun 2026, 03:17 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

This World Cup Round of 32 clash sees Germany, group winners with a potent attack and dominant possession style, face a resilient Paraguay side known for their defensive discipline. Germany's high passing volume and attacking depth contrast with Paraguay's low-possession, compact defensive approach. The knockout stakes heighten tension, with Germany aiming to break down Paraguay's structured resistance while managing defensive concerns after a key injury. Paraguay's strategy focuses on limiting space and capitalizing on rare transitions, setting up a tactical battle between control and containment under intense pressure.

BT4Y best bet

Germany Win & Under 3.5 Goals

  • Germany averaged 66.7% possession and 615.7 passes per match in recent games.
  • Paraguay concedes only 0.9 goals per match, emphasizing defensive solidity.
  • Germany scored 9 goals in their first two World Cup matches, showing attacking firepower.
  • Paraguay's last two tournament games stayed under three goals, indicating low-scoring tendencies.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

Germany's control of possession and attacking depth create a strong chance for victory while Paraguay's defensive compactness suggests a low-scoring match. The model sees a 23% chance for Germany to win with under 3.5 goals, reflecting the tactical balance between Germany's offensive pressure and Paraguay's resistance. However, the current imply a higher chance, making this a football-led pick rather than a pure value bet. Reduced staking or waiting for better is advised due to the price sensitivity.

Germany's possession control66.7% average possession
Strong positive
Paraguay's defensive record0.9 goals conceded per match
Strong positive
Germany's recent goal scoring9 goals in first two World Cup matches
Positive
Market price vs model chanceImplied chance 48.8% vs model 23%
Negative

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Germany's superior attacking talent and possession control position them well to secure a win, but Paraguay's disciplined defense and low concession rate suggest the match will remain tight and under four goals. This combination reflects a tactical contest where Germany's quality should prevail without a high-scoring outcome.

Main risk

The main risk is Paraguay's ability to maintain defensive shape and capitalize on quick transitions, especially given Germany's defensive injury concerns, which could limit Germany's scoring opportunities and lead to a tighter match than.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · match tactical balance and scoring expectation

“Germany's blend of possession control and attacking depth makes them clear favourites, yet Paraguay's defensive resilience ensures this knockout tie will be a cautious, low-scoring affair.”

Key Data Signals

Germany Win & Under 3.5 Goals evidence

Germany averaged 66.7% possession and 615.7 passes per match in recent games.

Paraguay concedes only 0.9 goals per match, emphasizing defensive solidity.

Germany scored 9 goals in their first two World Cup matches, showing attacking firepower.

Paraguay's last two tournament games stayed under three goals, indicating low-scoring tendencies.

What To Watch In The Data

Germany Win & Under 3.5 Goals notes

  • Recent trends show Germany's matches frequently exceed 2.5 goals, driven by their attacking style, while Paraguay's games often stay below this threshold due to their defensive focus.
  • The contrasting goal trends suggest this fixture may lean towards fewer goals despite Germany's offensive pressure, consistent with the Under 3.5 Goals selection.
Corners, cards and shots

Territory, discipline and chance-volume data.

Germany6
Avg corners for
Paraguay0.67
Germany8.33
Avg total corners
Paraguay6.67
Germany0.33
Avg yellow cards
Paraguay2.33
Germany17.67
Avg shots
Paraguay7.67
Best odds for this sectionOver 3.5 CardsBetMGM guide price · Model 55% vs implied 50% · edge +5.3 pts
2
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Over 10.5 CornersBet365 guide price
2.75
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Over 9.5 CornersBetfred guide price · model 45%
2.1
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Over 8.5 CornersBetfred guide price · model 51%
1.67
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Germany averages 17.67 shots and 6 corners per match, reflecting sustained attacking pressure and territorial control. Paraguay's lower averages in shots (7.67) and corners (0.67) highlight their defensive posture. Paraguay's higher yellow card average (2.33) suggests a physical approach to disrupt Germany's rhythm, contributing to a tactical, contested match.

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Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Germany3.33
Avg goals scored
Paraguay0.67
Germany1.33
Avg goals conceded
Paraguay1.33
Germany100%
BTTS rate
Paraguay33%
Germany100%
Over 2.5 goals
Paraguay33%
Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBetMGM guide price · Model 72% vs implied 27% · edge +45.5 pts
3.75
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Over 1.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 85%
1.22
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 67%
1.73
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Over 3.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 49%
2.75
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Under 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 38%
2.1
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BTTS NoBet365 guide price · model 32%
1.25
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Germany's high scoring in the group contrasts with Paraguay's low-scoring defensive approach, with Paraguay's last two tournament games under three goals. This match is expected to feature limited goal opportunities, supporting a BTTS No and Under 3.5 Goals scenario as Paraguay aims to contain Germany's attack and limit open play.
Player stats

Player-level trends, roles and attacking routes.

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Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Market aligned with main pickGermany to WinBetMGM guide price · Model 72% vs implied 74% · edge -2 pts
1.36
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BTTS YesBetMGM guide price · model 72%
3.75
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 67%
1.73
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Over 3.5 CardsBetMGM guide price · model 55%
2
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Germany Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 78%
1.18
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Over 8.5 CornersBetfred guide price · model 51%
1.67
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The market price for Germany Win & Under 3.5 Goals is shorter than the model's calculated chance, indicating a price-sensitive selection. While the football read is strong due to Germany's attacking control and Paraguay's defensive style, the imply a near 50% chance versus the model's 23%, suggesting caution and recommending reduced stakes or waiting for better .
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Germany

LWW
Last 52W 0D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 102W 0D 1L
25 Jun 2026A Ecuador1-2
20 Jun 2026H Ivory Coast2-1
14 Jun 2026H Curaçao7-1

Paraguay

DWL
Last 51W 1D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 101W 1D 1L
26 Jun 2026H Australia0-0
20 Jun 2026A Türkiye1-0
13 Jun 2026A USA1-4
Market aligned with main pickHome / DrawBetUK guide price · Model 86% vs implied 93% · edge -6.6 pts
1.08
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Germany to WinBetMGM guide price · model 72%
1.36
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Germany Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 78%
1.18
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Germany's recent form shows strong attacking output with an average of 3.33 goals per match and 100% over 2.5 goals rate, though this is tempered by defensive concessions. Paraguay's form is more conservative, averaging 0.67 goals and a 33% over 2.5 goals rate, reflecting their defensive strategy. This contrast supports a Germany win with a controlled, low-scoring match outcome.
Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

0Germany wins
0Draws
0Paraguay wins
Market aligned with main pickGermany to WinBetMGM guide price · Model 72% vs implied 74% · edge -2 pts
1.36
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BTTS YesBetMGM guide price · model 72%
3.75
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 67%
1.73
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No previous competitive meetings exist between Germany and Paraguay, limiting direct head-to-head insights. The analysis relies on contrasting tactical profiles and recent form data rather than historical matchups, emphasizing current team strengths and strategies over past encounters.
Season team stats

World Cup

Germany3
Played
Paraguay3
Germany3.3
Avg goals for
Paraguay0.7
Germany1.3
Avg goals against
Paraguay1.3
Germany0
Clean sheets
Paraguay2
Market aligned with main pickGermany to WinBetMGM guide price · Model 72% vs implied 74% · edge -2 pts
1.36
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Germany Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 78%
1.18
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Germany's season-long statistics reveal a high-volume passing and scoring approach, averaging 615.7 passes and 2.6 goals per match, balanced by a solid defense conceding 0.9 goals on average. Paraguay's stats emphasize defensive compactness with low possession and goal concession rates. These profiles align with a tactical scenario favoring Germany's win under a restrained goal total.
League standings snapshot

Current table context.

PosTeamPtsPWDLGD
3Paraguay43111-2
1Germany632016
7Paraguay43111-2
Germany leads the group standings, reflecting their status as favorites, while Paraguay qualified as a third-placed team, underscoring their underdog role. The standings highlight Germany's pressure to perform and Paraguay's defensive resilience, setting a context where Germany must break down a disciplined opponent to advance.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

100%Germany Over 2.5
33%Paraguay Over 2.5
-H2H avg goals
Recent trends show Germany's matches frequently exceed 2.5 goals, driven by their attacking style, while Paraguay's games often stay below this threshold due to their defensive focus. The contrasting goal trends suggest this fixture may lean towards fewer goals despite Germany's offensive pressure, consistent with the Under 3.5 Goals selection.

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