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France edges Paraguay 1-0 in Copa-26 Libertadores match

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Last updated Jul 4, 2026

France edges Paraguay 1-0 in Copa-26 Libertadores match
Summary

France secured a 1-0 victory over Paraguay in the Copa-26 Liberta clash held at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on July 4. The match saw France struggle offensively in the first half, displaying a lack of spark and producing no shots on target. It was only after Doué came off the bench that the French side won a penalty, converted by Mbappé, marking his 19th World Cup goal. The game intensified in the final minutes as Paraguay sought an equalizer but posed limited danger to the French defense. France will now prepare to face Morocco in the quarterfinals next Thursday in Boston.

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  • •Match held in Philadelphia at Lincoln Financial Field.
  • •France led only 1-0 with a penalty goal from Mbappé.
  • •First half produced zero shots on target by either team.
  • •Doué's introduction sparked France's offensive play.
  • •Next match for France is against Morocco on July 9.
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There was no shortage of heat in Philadelphia this Saturday (4). The 38°C temperature made for a tense atmosphere even before the ball started rolling at Lincoln Financial Field.France lacked spark ...

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