Gustavo Alfaro Becomes Paraguay’s New Icon with Areguá Clay Figurines

Paraguay’s impressive showing at the 2026 World Cup earned the nation widespread admiration. In tribute, the town of Areguá began crafting distinctive clay figurines honoring coach Gustavo Alfaro.

The handcrafted pieces quickly became a collector’s favorite, breaking sales records across the region. Alfaro’s newfound iconic status highlights the growing cultural impact of Paraguayan football.