Has Fabián Balbuena played in a World Cup before?

Paraguay has appeared in 9 World Cups. Check the Career tab for Fabián Balbuena's full international history.

What position does Fabián Balbuena play?

Fabián Balbuena plays as a defender for Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup.

Which group is Paraguay in at the 2026 World Cup?

Paraguay are in Group D at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, alongside United States, Australia, Turkey.

When does Paraguay play at the World Cup?

Paraguay's first match is on 2026-06-12 against United States at SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles.

How old is Fabián Balbuena?

Fabián Balbuena is 34 years old.

Fabián Balbuena – Paraguay | World Cup 2026 Player Profile

Fabián Balbuena

Fabián Cornelio Balbuena González

Date of BirthAugust 23, 1991 (age 34)

Place of BirthCiudad del Este, Paraguay

Height / Weight188 / 88

PositionDefender

Current ClubGremio

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2025-26 Season

Competition	MP	Gls	Ast
World Cup - Qualification South America	9	0	0
Copa Do Brasil	1	0	0
CONMEBOL Sudamericana	3	0	0
Serie A	7	0	0
Friendlies	1	0	0
Premier League	18	2	1
Cup	6	0	0
Olympics Men	3	1	0
Copa America	3	0	0
All Competitions	51	3	1

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World Cup 2026

Group D →

#	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	United States	3	2	0	1	4	6
2	Australia	3	1	1	1	0	4
3	Paraguay	3	1	1	1	-2	4
4	Turkey	3	1	0	2	-2	3

2026-06-12United States vs ParaguaySoFi Stadium, Los Angeles→2026-06-19Turkey vs ParaguayLevi's Stadium, San Francisco→2026-06-25Paraguay vs AustraliaLevi's Stadium, San Francisco→

2026 tournament outlook

Fabián Balbuena will represent Paraguay at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Paraguay have been drawn in Group D alongside United States, Australia, Turkey. Their campaign begins on 2026-06-12 against United States at SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles. As a defender, Balbuena will be looking to make an impact on the biggest stage in world football. Paraguay's best World Cup finish is Quarterfinals (2010). They'll be aiming to go further in 2026.

Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup

Fabián Balbuena is part of the Paraguay squad for the 2026 World Cup, managed by Gustavo Alfaro, alongside Carlos Coronel, O. Alderete, D. Bobadilla, and R. Sosa among the key players.

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