Brazil face Paraguay at Arena Corinthians on Tuesday night in a crucial World Cup 2026 qualifier that could see the five-time world champions climb as high as second place in the standings. However, their path forward looks increasingly uncertain following a frustrating goalless draw against Ecuador in Carlo Ancelotti’s debut on the touchline.

Ancelotti’s much-anticipated first match in charge failed to produce the desired spark, with Brazil struggling to create clear chances in Quito. It was a disappointing continuation of recent trends, as the Selecao have now managed just one win in their last five qualifying games. The aftermath of the 4-1 loss to Argentina in March still lingers, and despite boasting a wealth of attacking talent, Brazil have often looked disjointed and short on ideas in the final third. Ancelotti’s men have shown more stability at home, though, winning three of their last four in front of their fans, and will be counting on that support again to revive their momentum.

Paraguay, on the other hand, arrive with real confidence. Their 2-0 win over Uruguay last time out lifted them above Brazil in the standings and extended their unbeaten run in qualifying to nine matches. Under Gustavo Julio Alfaro, they’ve been compact, hard to beat, and increasingly clinical in front of goal. With Julio Enciso in fine form and the experience of Antonio Sanabria and Miguel Almiron providing steady leadership, Los Guaranies are building belief that they could return to the World Cup for the first time since 2010.

Both sides have plenty to play for. Brazil need a convincing display to put recent doubts behind them, especially after failing to score in their last two games. Paraguay, meanwhile, know that another positive result could virtually guarantee their spot at the finals, especially if Venezuela fail to win away to Uruguay.

Expect a tense, cagey affair, with Brazil eager to assert themselves but facing a well-organized and resilient Paraguayan side that has made a habit of frustrating opponents on the road. The quality is still there for the hosts, particularly if Vinicius Junior can deliver a breakout performance and everyone will be motivated to catch the eye of the new boss.

周二晚上，巴西将在科林蒂安球场迎战巴拉圭，这将是2026年世界杯预选赛的一场关键比赛，五届世界冠军可能会攀升至积分榜第二名。然而，在安切洛蒂的处子秀对阵厄瓜多尔的比赛中，他们的前进道路看起来越来越不确定。

安切洛蒂备受期待的首战未能激发出期望的火花，巴西在基多难以创造出清晰的机会。这是令人失望的延续，桑巴军团在最近的五场预选赛中只取得了一场胜利。今年3月1 - 4负于阿根廷队的余波仍未散去，尽管巴西拥有丰富的进攻天赋，但在最后三分之一的比赛中，巴西经常显得支离破碎，缺乏创意。安切洛蒂的球队在主场表现得更加稳定，最近四场比赛他们在球迷面前赢了三场，他们将再次依靠球迷的支持来恢复他们的势头。

另一方面，巴拉圭带着真正的信心来到这里。他们在上一场比赛中2-0战胜乌拉圭，在积分榜上超越巴西，并将他们在预选赛中的不败纪录延长至9场。在古斯塔沃·胡里奥·阿尔法罗的带领下，他们变得紧凑，难以击败，并且在门前越来越冷静。随着胡里奥·恩西索状态良好，安东尼奥·萨纳布里亚和米格尔·阿尔米隆的经验提供稳定的领导，洛斯瓜拉尼正在建立他们自2010年以来第一次重返世界杯的信念。

双方都有很多事情要做。巴西需要一场令人信服的比赛来消除最近的疑虑，尤其是在最近两场比赛都没有进球的情况下。与此同时，巴拉圭知道，如果再取得一个积极的结果，他们几乎可以确保进入决赛，尤其是如果委内瑞拉无法在客场战胜乌拉圭的话。

预计这将是一场紧张而谨慎的比赛，巴西渴望展示自己，但面对的是一支组织良好、富有韧性的巴拉圭队，这支球队已经习惯了在客场挫败对手。东道主的实力依然存在，特别是如果小维尼修斯能有一个突破的表现，每个人都会有动力去吸引新老板的目光。