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Paraguay v Nicaragua Stats

Data last updated: Thu 04 Jun 2026, 03:49 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Paraguay hosts Nicaragua in a friendly that serves as a crucial final test before the World Cup. Paraguay, under Gustavo Alfaro, have shown steady progress with a solid record and rely on key attackers like Julio Enciso and Miguel Almiron to unlock deep defensive blocks. Nicaragua will deploy a compact, low-possession defensive setup, aiming to frustrate Paraguay’s build-up. The match is expected to be a tactical battle focused on measured tempo and defensive discipline, with Paraguay seeking a controlled victory to build ahead of their tournament opener against the United States.

BT4Y best bet

Paraguay to Win & Under 2.5 Goals

  • Paraguay have won 8 of 18 matches under Alfaro, showing structural stability.
  • Nicaragua’s recent 14.5% possession vs South Africa highlights their deep defensive approach.
  • Paraguay’s attackers Enciso and Almiron provide pace and creativity to break low blocks.
  • Nicaragua scored only 4 goals in their last 6 matches, indicating limited attacking threat.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model sees strong value in Paraguay to win with under 2.5 goals at 3.0 , reflecting a 57.7% chance versus a 33.3% implied probability. Paraguay’s consistent results under Alfaro and attacking quality contrast with Nicaragua’s defensive, low-possession style, suggesting a controlled home win with limited scoring. Defensive vulnerabilities on both sides support a cautious tempo. No price warning is needed as the offer a positive . The stable data quality supports in this selection.

Model Chance57.7%
Strong positive
Implied Odds Chance33.3%
Positive
Value Edge24.4%
Strong positive
Confidence Level78
Strong positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Paraguay’s tactical maturity and attacking pace make them clear favourites to secure a win against Nicaragua’s deep defensive block. The visitors’ limited offensive threat and Paraguay’s structured approach suggest a low-scoring match, fitting the under 2.5 goals scenario. This combination balances attacking quality with defensive caution ahead of Paraguay’s World Cup campaign.

Main risk

Paraguay’s recent tendency to concede goals despite control means defensive lapses could allow Nicaragua to score, potentially pushing the total goals over 2.5 and affecting the under 2.5 goals part of the bet.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Tactical and scoring balance

“Paraguay’s blend of direct attacking talent and structured buildup should break down Nicaragua’s stubborn low block, but defensive lapses keep the scoreline modest, making the under 2.5 goals a sensible complement to the home win.”

Key Data Signals

Paraguay to Win & Under 2.5 Goals evidence

Paraguay have won 8 of 18 matches under Alfaro, showing structural stability.

Nicaragua’s recent 14.5% possession vs South Africa highlights their deep defensive approach.

Paraguay’s attackers Enciso and Almiron provide pace and creativity to break low blocks.

Nicaragua scored only 4 goals in their last 6 matches, indicating limited attacking threat.

What To Watch In The Data

Paraguay to Win & Under 2.5 Goals notes

  • The single previous meeting ended 2-0 to Paraguay, aligning with expectations for a low-scoring match.
  • Recent trends over the last six matches for both teams show a 50% rate of over 2.5 goals, but tactical context and defensive setups suggest this fixture will lean toward fewer goals, with tempo controlled by Paraguay’s midfield and attacking structure.
Corners, cards and shots

Territory, discipline and chance-volume data.

Paraguay3
Avg corners for
Nicaragua2
Paraguay4
Avg total corners
Nicaragua8
Paraguay6
Avg yellow cards
Nicaragua1.5
Paraguay11
Avg shots
Nicaragua4
Best odds for this sectionOver 8.5 CornersBet365 guide price · Model 35% vs implied 53% · edge -17.6 pts
1.9
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Paraguay averages 11 shots with 7 on target per match, indicating sustained attacking pressure, while Nicaragua averages only 4 shots with 0.5 on target, reflecting their defensive posture. Paraguay’s 3 corners per game versus Nicaragua’s 2 and higher yellow card count (6 vs 1.5) suggest Paraguay’s control in territory and fouls, supporting a controlled but assertive home performance.

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Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Paraguay1
Avg goals scored
Nicaragua0.5
Paraguay1
Avg goals conceded
Nicaragua1.5
Paraguay50%
BTTS rate
Nicaragua50%
Paraguay50%
Over 2.5 goals
Nicaragua50%
Best odds for this sectionUnder 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · Model 56% vs implied 35% · edge +21.1 pts
2.88
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 58%
2.62
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Over 1.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 66%
1.11
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 48%
1.4
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BTTS NoBet365 guide price · model 46%
1.44
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Over 3.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 30%
2
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Both teams have shown tendencies toward low scoring in recent matches. Paraguay’s attack is capable but cautious, while Nicaragua’s deep defensive block and low possession limit goal opportunities. Both teams have a 50% BTTS rate recently, but Nicaragua’s minimal attacking output and Paraguay’s focus on control suggest a likely BTTS No and under 3.5 goals scenario.
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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 pickParaguay to WinBetUK guide price · Model 58% vs implied 92% · edge -34 pts
1.09
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 58%
2.62
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Over 8.5 CornersBet365 guide price · model 35%
1.9
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 48%
1.4
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The combined market of Paraguay to win and under 2.5 goals is priced attractively at 3.0, reflecting a strong of 57.7%. This price offers clear value given Paraguay’s superior quality and Nicaragua’s defensive style. The capture the tactical expectation of a controlled, low-scoring home victory, making this a price-sensitive but positive selection.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Paraguay

LW
Last 51W 0D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 101W 0D 1L
31 Mar 2026A Morocco1-2
27 Mar 2026A Greece1-0

Nicaragua

DL
Last 50W 1D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 100W 1D 1L
29 May 2026A South Africa0-0
27 Mar 2026A Russia1-3
Market aligned with main pickHome / DrawBetUK guide price · Model 83% vs implied 98% · edge -14.8 pts
1.02
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Paraguay to WinBetUK guide price · model 58%
1.09
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Paraguay’s recent form includes a win and mixed results, showing a team still seeking consistency but with a solid foundation under Alfaro. Nicaragua’s form is weaker, with multiple losses and low goal output. Paraguay’s average goals for and against (1 and 1 respectively) and Nicaragua’s lower scoring and higher goals conceded rates reinforce the expectation of a controlled Paraguayan win with limited goals.
Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

1Paraguay wins
0Draws
0Nicaragua wins
18 Jun 2023Paraguay v Nicaragua2-0
Market aligned with main pickParaguay to WinBetUK guide price · Model 58% vs implied 92% · edge -34 pts
1.09
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 58%
2.62
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 48%
1.4
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Only one prior meeting exists, a 2-0 win for Paraguay, which provides a useful but limited reference. That result reflects Paraguay’s ability to break down Nicaragua’s defense without high scoring. The small sample means current tactical setups and form carry more weight than historical results, but the previous outcome supports the expectation of a low-scoring Paraguayan win.
Season team stats

Friendlies

Paraguay2
Played
Nicaragua2
Paraguay1
Avg goals for
Nicaragua0.5
Paraguay1
Avg goals against
Nicaragua1.5
Paraguay1
Clean sheets
Nicaragua1
Market aligned with main pickParaguay to WinBetUK guide price · Model 58% vs implied 92% · edge -34 pts
1.09
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Paraguay’s season stats show a balanced attack and defense, with a 50% rate of over 2.5 goals matches but a cautious approach in friendlies. Nicaragua’s defensive focus and low scoring (4 goals in 6 matches) emphasize their compact style. These stats support the under 2.5 goals element while confirming Paraguay’s ability to secure a win through structured play.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

50%Paraguay Over 2.5
50%Nicaragua Over 2.5
2H2H avg goals
The single previous meeting ended 2-0 to Paraguay, aligning with expectations for a low-scoring match. Recent trends over the last six matches for both teams show a 50% rate of over 2.5 goals, but tactical context and defensive setups suggest this fixture will lean toward fewer goals, with tempo controlled by Paraguay’s midfield and attacking structure.

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