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France prepares for heat challenge in World Cup clash with Paraguay

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 9:02 PM

Last updated Jul 3, 2026

France prepares for heat challenge in World Cup clash with Paraguay

Summary

France coach Didier Deschamps is readying his team for extreme heat during their World Cup last-16 match against Paraguay on July 4 in Philadelphia. The U.S. is experiencing a brutal heatwave, with temperatures reaching 38 degrees Celsius (101 degrees Fahrenheit). Deschamps emphasized that while the conditions will be tough, both teams must adapt. France has been strong in the tournament, winning all four group matches and scoring a total of 13 goals. Paraguay advanced by defeating Germany in penalties and aims to upset France for a quarter-final appearance.

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By the Numbers

•Match scheduled for 5:00 pm local time on July 4.
•France won all four group stage games and scored 13 goals.
•Paraguay reached this stage after a penalties win over Germany.
•Heat warnings are in place in Philadelphia due to a severe heatwave.
•Deschamps indicates that weather conditions will affect all players.

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9:02 PMYahoo Sports — France braced for extreme heat threat in World Cup clash with Paraguay

What they're saying

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France coach Didier Deschamps promised Friday his team would be able to adapt to the potential impact of extreme weather on their World Cup last-16 tie against Paraguay on Saturday as a brutal heatwave hits the northeastern United States.Global players union FIFPro had warned during last year's Club World Cup in the United States of the potential dangers for players of playing in extreme conditions.
— Yahoo Sports

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