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

The Brazil Women's U-20 National Team begins its journey in the final phase of the South American Championship for the category this Monday at 6:00 p.m. at the CARFEM Stadium, facing Paraguay. The match will be broadcast on the SPORTV channel.

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

The final phase brings together six teams: Brazil, Paraguay, Argentina, Colombia, Venezuela, and Ecuador. All teams face each other in a single round-robin, 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.

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

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

The Brazilian National 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 scoring at seven minutes, but ended up suffering a comeback by Argentina, with goals from 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 home advantage as a differential. Paraguay counts on the support of the fans at Carfem Stadium and familiarity with the pitch in Ypané to try to balance the match and surprise the Brazilian National Team.

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

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

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

Schedule

Brazil's Matches

February 16 – Brazil vs. Paraguay

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Location: CARFEM Stadium (Ypané)

February 19 – Brazil vs. Colombia

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Location: CARFEM Stadium (Ypané)

February 22 – Brazil vs. Argentina

Time: 8:00 p.m.

Location: Luis Alfonso Giagni Stadium (Villa Elisa)

February 25 – Brazil vs. Ecuador

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Location: CARFEM Stadium (Ypané)

February 28 – Brazil vs. Venezuela

Time and location: To be determined

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