Paraguay vs Ecuador Prediction and Expert Tips

Paraguay vs Ecuador Match Preview

The recent results in the qualifier assisted Paraguay to move into a safe zone position in the table. They were having a well sustained nine-match unbeaten run before their latest qualifier match against Brazil. A 1-0 loss snapped the excellent unbeaten run and they will be seeking to restore it by winning on Friday. With just two qualifying rounds remaining all Paraguay requires to earn a ticket to the 2026 World Cup is an unblemished result.

But their next game wont be an easy one to win or draw since they host Ecuador who are sitting at second in the qualifier table. As much as they sit at second, the gap between Paraguay sitting at fifth is only one point. In fact, there was no other team besides Argentina who had a good consistent performance in the qualifiers this time including the expected Brazil. Even if Ecuador had already qualified, their target will be to hold on to their second position in their hands.

The previous six head-to-head encounters between these two teams witnessed two each of victories, draws and losses. However, the things that make it difficult for Ecuador are the Paraguayan home support since they could not beat them since 1997 away from home. Paraguay also have a three-match winning streak over Ecuador at home. So, we anticipate an exciting encounter at Estadio Defensores del Chaco on Friday.

Paraguay vs Ecuador Prediction

Paraguay is relentless for the last few months at home. A five-game wining streak says it all. Paraguay’s attack line also appears compelling with two each in three of their last four home games. But Ecuador will not be easy unlike most of Paraguay’s recent home games. The visitors are behind a four-game unbeaten away run with three of them finishing in draw. Their defense is impenetrable and tight and this is confirmed by zero leaked goals in the last four away trips.

But the Paraguay attack will be encouraged to do something about that Ecuador defense trend and they trail a 2-0 home victory over Uruguay. Paraguay’s formidable record of going unbeaten at home against Ecuador in their last 2.7 decades is another strong candidate to favor them here.

The under 2.5 goal prediction will be of high value when combined with the home win bet. A 1-0 victory for Paraguay seems a great second option since they achieved that scoreline three times in the previous six World Cup qualifier victories. Ecuador’s tight defense can maximum concede one goal in light of all the above observations makes that prediction perfect.

Peter Green- September 3, 2025

Paraguay vs Ecuador Betting Tips

Paraguay to win & Under 2.5 goals

OK

4.00 Odds

Correct score: Paraguay 1-0

OK

5.50 Odds