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Gustavo Alfaro contract negotiations with Paraguay

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The future of Gustavo Alfaro as the head coach of the Paraguay national football team was initially uncertain due to ongoing contract negotiations. Reports indicated that the primary obstacle was financial, with Alfaro reportedly requesting a salary increase of approximately 70% to extend his commitment to the Albirroja. Following these negotiations, the Paraguayan Football Association (APF) officially renewed Alfaro’s contract through the 2030 World Cup. APF President Robert Harrison announced the decision, which follows Alfaro’s success in leading Paraguay to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. The renewal also comes after reports that Alfaro had declined interest from the Chilean national team. Under Alfaro’s leadership, Paraguay ended a 16-year absence from the World Cup, qualifying for the 2026 ~~tournament and reaching~~ tournament. During that tournament, the team achieved a historic victory by eliminating four-time champions Germany in a penalty shootout during the round of 16, ~~where they were~~ before eventually being eliminated by ~~France.~~ France with a 0-1 score. Confirming the extension via social media, President Harrison stated, “2030, allá vamos.” Alfaro’s immediate responsibilities include selecting the squad for upcoming friendly matches against Bolivia on September 27 and Colombia on October 2, both scheduled ~~for late September and early October.~~ to take place in the United States.

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