Symbolism on the flag: Red Stripe: Patriotism, Courage, Equality and Justice. White Stripe: Kindliness, Steadfastness, Unity, Peace and the Purity of Ideas. Blue Stripe: Kindliness, Love, Sharpness, Sense of Reality and Liberty.

Because of the increasing number of invitations to play matches and international tournaments, the Asociación Paraguaya de Fútbol decided to officially create the national team and select the striped red and white jerseys that until this date remain as the official colours (taken from the Paraguayan flag).