Matías Galarza

Matías Galarza, listed in full as Matías Galarza Fonda, is a Paraguayan midfielder known for his energy through the middle and a knack for arriving in the right place. He made his name in Argentina with Talleres before a move to River Plate, then joined MLS side Atlanta United on loan ahead of the 2026 World Cup. A regular through qualifying, he is part of the new generation driving the Albirroja's return to the finals.

He wrote his name into the tournament with the only goal in Paraguay's gutsy 1-0 win over Turkey, a lead his ten team-mates then defended with their lives.