Paraguay and Australia Face Decider at Levi's Stadium for World Cup Last-16 Spot

A draw would likely send Australia through because they hold a superior goal difference while Paraguay must win to guarantee progression.

Overview

The match is scheduled for Thursday, June 25 at 19:00 local time at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara and will almost certainly determine which team joins the United States in the World Cup round of 16.
Australia sit above Paraguay on goal difference so a draw would likely be enough for the Socceroos, whereas Paraguay need a win to advance with certainty and could be eliminated depending on the Turkey versus United States scoreline.
Paraguay are expected to play a compact, counter-attacking game led by Miguel Almirón and Julio Enciso under coach Gustavo Alfaro, while Australia under Tony Popovic will rely on midfield control from Jackson Irvine and a structured defence.
Bookmakers show a tight market with Paraguay priced as narrow favourites, the draw the shortest outcome, and totals markets and pundits favouring a low-scoring match with under 2.5 goals likely.
Broadcasters worldwide will carry the game, including Fox and Telemundo in the United States, ITV/ITVX in the U.K., and SBS and Optus Sport in Australia, and the result will also affect best-third calculations that shape which other teams can still advance.