Antonio Sanabria responded with an terrific overheard kick to past Emiliano Martinez. Then, at the start of the second half, Omar Alderete found the net after a free-kick. More must-reads: ...

Elsewhere, centre-back Omar Alderete made it two winners in three games with the only goal for Paraguay against Chile. Ecuador-Venezuela and Uruguay-Argentina will complete the round on Friday.

Alderete's goal exemplified one of Paraguay's significant strengths: their aerial ability. Using a well-placed cross from a teammate, Alderete rose above the Chilean defenders to connect with the ball ...

The breakthrough came when Omar Alderete capitalized on a perfectly executed cross from a teammate, showcasing Paraguay's strength in set-piece situations. With a powerful header that left the Chilean ...

Omar Alderete scored the winner on the hour with a classic Paraguayan strategy: a set piece led to two headers that enabled Alderete to shoot from close range. It boosted Paraguay's chances of ...

Getafe defender Omar Alderete could be in line for a move to Tottenham in the winter. The 27-year-old is enjoying a very solid season with the Spanish La Liga club. Manager Ange Postecoglou wants ...

Arturo Vidal sparked controversy after Chile's damaging 1-0 defeat to Paraguay by making the bold claim that facing Argentina next will be “easier” than the match in Asuncion.

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Omar Alderete scored the winner on the hour with a classic Paraguayan strategy: a set piece led to two headers that enabled Alderete to shoot from close range. It boosted Paraguay’s chances of ...