Alexandro Maidana

Replaced at halftime

Maidana generated one cross (zero accurate) and two tackles in Thursday's 0-0 draw versus Australia.

Analysis: Maidana got the start in Paraguay's midfield but was replaced by Mauricio at halftime as coach Gustavo Alfaro searched for more attacking spark with his side needing a win to secure automatic qualification for the Round of 32. The midfielder struggled to impose himself during the opening 45 minutes as Paraguay found little success breaking down Australia's organized defensive shape, finishing with one cross, two tackles and one interception. Paraguay ended third in Group D and now need favorable results elsewhere, with their poor goal difference leaving them in a difficult spot.