Miguel Almirón and his masterful goal to put 3-0 in favor of the 'albirroja' in Paraguay vs Ecuador

Miguel Almirón, the most unbalanced footballer in Paraguay, appeared on the scoreboard to put the 3-0 in favor of the 'albirroja' and decree a rout at the Antonio Aranda stadium in Ciudad del Este. The Paraguayans, who have no option to qualify for the Qatar 2022 World Cup, surprise Ecuador for the penultimate date of the South American Qualifiers.

The action came 52 minutes into the match. The ball reached the big area the 'tricolor' and was not cleared in time in an Ecuadorian defense that left much to be desired tonight. The football was in favor of the 'Guaranís' and was loaned to the Newcastle United player, who received and removed an opponent with an inward threat. Next was a left-handed shot crossed to the farthest pole of goalkeeper Hernán Galíndez, who could do nothing to get there and clear it.

PARAGUAY VS ECUADOR MATCH

Paraguay vs Ecuador will be played simultaneously with Peru vs Uruguay, Brazil vs Chile and Paraguay vs Ecuador. Those led by Gustavo Alfaro hope to add three points that will finally ensure the passage to the Qatar 2022 World Cup, but in front they will have a 'albirroja' who already assured that nothing will be saved on this double date of the South American Qualifiers.

Clearly, this is one of the best South American qualifiers Ecuador has played in recent years. With 25 points, the 'Tricolor' is only behind Brazil and Argentina and shortly after sealing their direct classification. On the other hand, Paraguay did not have a good time and in 16 matches it could only score 13 points, being totally eliminated before this double date.

The 'Tricolor' is in third place with 25 points and a victory will ensure them direct qualification, while a draw secures them the playoff spot. It comes from drawing twice on the last double date against Brazil at home and against Peru on the road. Both matches ended 1-1.

Both teams have met 39 times between Copa America, friendlies and matches by World Cup Qualifiers, with the 'albirroja' having the advantage with the most wins (21). Ecuador only won 12 times, while on six other occasions they tied. The last time they met, they ended with a 2-0 victory for the 'Tricolor' with goals from Felix Torres and Michael Estrada, on September 2, 2021.

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