Brazil face Paraguay on Monday in World Cup qualifier opener | OneFootball

The Brazil Women's U-20 National Team begins its journey in the final stage of the South American Championship for the category this Monday (16th), at 6:00 PM (Brasília time), at CARFEM Stadium in Ypané, facing Paraguay.

This match marks the first step in the stage that determines the four teams qualifying for the U-20 World Cup, which will be held in Poland, as well as the continental champion.

The final stage brings together six teams: Brazil, Paraguay, Argentina, Colombia, Venezuela, and Ecuador. All teams play each other once, and the top four secure a spot in the World Cup. The team with the most points at the end of the five rounds wins the South American title.

As the greatest powerhouse in the history of the competition, Brazil enters the decisive stage with the responsibility of maintaining its dominance. The National Team is the only champion of all 10 editions of the tournament held so far and seeks to extend its record with the 11th trophy.

Brazil prepares for the final stage of the South American U-20 in ParaguayCredits: Staff Images / CBF

The Brazilian team arrives at the next stage after finishing the first phase in second place in Group B. In their last match, the team took the lead with Brendha at seven minutes, but ended up suffering a comeback from Argentina, with goals by Denise García and Kishi Núñez. Despite the setback, Brazil maintains the best attack in the competition, with 15 goals scored, reinforcing its offensive strength as one of its main credentials in the title race.

The hosts secured qualification by advancing in third place in Group A and are betting on the home advantage as a differential. Paraguay counts on the support of its fans at Carfem Stadium and familiarity with the pitch in Ypané to try to balance the match and surprise the Brazilian team.

Brazil U-20 National Team finishes preparations to face Paraguay in the final stage of the South American U-20Credits: Staff Images / CBF

This Monday's match also brings back memories of a recent encounter between the two teams. In November last year, in a preparatory friendly, Brazil thrashed Paraguay 7-0 under the leadership of coach Camilla Orlando.

Now, however, the scenario is different. Played on Paraguayan soil, each game carries decisive weight in the race for the title and a spot in the World Cup for the category.

Schedule

Brazil's Matches

February 16 – Brazil vs. Paraguay

Time: 6:00 PM

Venue: CARFEM Stadium (Ypané)

February 19 – Brazil vs. Colombia

Time: 6:00 PM

Venue: CARFEM Stadium (Ypané)

February 22 – Brazil vs. Argentina

Time: 8:00 PM

Venue: Luis Alfonso Giagni Stadium (Villa Elisa)

February 25 – Brazil vs. Ecuador

Time: 6:00 PM

Venue: CARFEM Stadium (Ypané)

February 28 – Brazil vs. Venezuela

Time and venue: To be determined

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