First 11 Chance for Deniz Undav in Almanya: Paraguay Match Starting Lineups

While Almanya and Paraguay face each other in the Round of 32 of the 2026 Dünya Kupası, Deniz Undav, one of Almanya's standout players, got his first starting eleven chance in the tournament. Having showcased a brilliant performance with three goals and two assists in the tournament, making him his team's top scorer, Undav took his place in the starting lineup instead of Jamal Musiala in this crucial match. The player, who draws attention with his contribution to the national team's attacking power, aims to be the one to bring victory against Paraguay. It was observed that the preference of the Almanya technical staff was related not to Undav being out of form, but to him being deployed as a tactical change. This development aims to increase Almanya's attacking variations in this elimination round that could determine the fate of the tournament.

In the Almanya defense, Nathaniel Brown returned to the pitches after recovering from a minor injury. The young footballer could not be included in the squad in the group's final match against Ekvador, which ended in a defeat. Brown's return is expected to cover the shortcomings in the defensive line and increase the team's physical endurance. This situation is considered a significant reinforcement in Almanya's defensive organization. The defensive stability of the Almanya national team is of critical importance against Paraguay's fast attacking players.

On the Paraguay front, Miguel Almiron returned to the squad after completing his suspension following the red card he received in the group match against Türkiye. The experienced player's presence on the national team will add great speed and creativity to the attacking line. However, defender Omar Alderete will not be able to play in this critical match due to his injury. In his place, Junior Alonso will get the chance to start in the first 11. Paraguay's implementation of these difficult changes gives signals of the resistance they will show against Almanya's strong attacking line.

The announced squads of both teams indicate how fiercely contested the match will be. While the experienced name Manuel Neuer takes place in goal for Almanya; names like Jonathan Tah, Joshua Kimmich, and Antonio Ruediger will serve in defense. In the midfield, young talents like Aleksandar Pavlovic and Florian Wirtz will play, while in the attacking line, Leroy Sane, Kai Havertz, and Deniz Undav, who is returning to the starting eleven, will feature. For Paraguay, players such as Orlando Gill, Gustavo Gomez, Andres Cubas, and Julio Enciso make up the backbone of the team's strength.

This exciting elimination match, played at the Boston Stadyumu in the town of Foxborough, Massachusetts state of the ABD, constitutes one of the most critical moments of the Dünya Kupası. The images of Kai Havertz and Nadiem Amiri warming up before the match revealed Almanya's high motivation. It is certain that both teams will put up a great struggle on the pitch to advance to the next round. Despite being the favorite, Almanya must be careful against Paraguay's tough defense and fast wingers. Football fans, who are accustomed to surprising results throughout Dünya kupası history, are expecting this Round of 32 match to be the scene of unforgettable moments.