Cristian Cásseres Jr. got his first Senior National Team start for Venezuela as they hosted Paraguay on Tuesday night.
Cásseres Jr. made several key tackles and clearances in the first half to help La Vinotinto head into halftime with a scoreless draw.
In the 65th minute, Yangel Herrera scored in a corner kick play, in which Cásseres Jr. participated in the build-up, however after VAR revision, the goal was called off due to a handball.
In the 78th minute, Herrera had another great scoring chance for Venezuela, but his attempt missed the target.
Chicago Fire’s Gastón Giménez gave Paraguay the 1-0 lead in the 85th minute.