World Cup 1970 Qualifiers : Paraguay defeats Colombia 2-1
ASUNCIóN, Aug. 24, 1969 (AMP) — Mexico 70 (South American Qualifiers) : Paraguay defeated Colombia by a score of 2-1 (halftime: 1-0), in a World Cup qualifying game on Sunday.
The result put the Paraguayans second in Group 2 with 8 points. Colombia is third with 3 points. In their last game, Paraguay will meet group leaders Brazil on August 31.
Fixtures and Results : Group 2
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Overview
Paraguay at the World Cup
- 3 appearances (first in 1930)
- 7 participations in the qualifications (first in 1930)
Colombia at the World Cup
- 1 appearances (1962)
- 4 participations in the qualifications (first in 1958)
Paraguay
2:1
Colombia
2:1 (1:0)
- 24 August 1969
- Asunción
Group 2
| Team | Pts |
|---|---|
 Brazil | 10 |
| Paraguay | 8 |
| Colombia | 3 |
 Venezuela | 1 |
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