Paraguayan football figures address performance and match results

Gustavo Alfaro, the Paraguay national team coach, addressed recent criticisms from Olimpia coach Pablo Sánchez and Guaraní coach Francisco Arce. Alfaro defended his performance reports, stating that his assessments are based on physical, psychological, and technical parameters rather than personal opinion. He noted that current performance metrics are lower than previous years and urged coaches to focus on continuity and professional growth rather than criticizing the messenger of data.

In domestic league news, 2 de Mayo coach Eduardo Ledesma commented on his team's heavy defeat against Olimpia during the Clausura 2026 tournament. Ledesma attributed the large margin of defeat to a loss of order and subsequent desperation in the final minutes of the match. He also expressed dissatisfaction with referee Blas Romero, suggesting the official's decisions appeared conditioned during the game.