Alfaro takes charge of Paraguay national team

ASUNCION, Aug. 16 (Xinhua) -- Argentine manager Gustavo Alfaro has been appointed head coach of Paraguay's national team on a contract that runs until the 2026 World Cup, the Paraguayan Football Association said on Friday.

The 62-year-old replaces compatriot Daniel Garnero, who was sacked after the team's group-stage elimination from the Copa America in July.

"We have very little time and a lot to do," Al