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Paraguay's World Cup Return Draws Passionate Fans to Bay Area

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Paraguayan fans are traveling from across the U.S. and Paraguay to support their national team in the 2026 World Cup, with matches in the Bay Area and Los Angeles.

- Fans like Viviana Figueredo from Utah and Miguel Zaracho from New York are spending up to $2,500 on travel and tickets. - Travel packages from Paraguay cost $10,000–$12,000 per person, with some fans going into debt to attend.

- Paraguay qualified for the first time since 2010, playing in Santa Clara and Los Angeles. The team's return after 16 years has sparked an emotional and financial commitment from supporters, who see it as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

This story was originally reported by mercurynews. Read the original article here.

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