Asuncion, Sept 5, 2025 (AFP) - Paraguay celebrates 2026 World Cup spot with impromptu holiday

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2025-09-05

Paraguay celebrated an impromptu national holiday Friday after a draw against Ecuador saw the South American nation qualify for its first Football World Cup in 16 years. President Santiago Pena decreed the holiday late Thursday as thousands of Albirroja fans took to the streets to celebrate a 0-0 draw with Ecuador, which secured Paraguay the last automatic South American qualifying spot. Pena, in his announcement, said Friday would be dedicated......

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