France prepares for Paraguay in sweltering World Cup knockout match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 7:33 AM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
France is set to face Paraguay in the last 16 of the World Cup on Saturday in Philadelphia, facing extreme heat conditions with temperatures nearing 38 degrees Celsius. The match will take place at 5:00 PM local time, with France aiming to continue their strong form after scoring 13 goals in four tournament games. Paraguay coach Gustavo Alfaro recognizes the challenge posed by France's attacking strength while also noting that his team is accustomed to the heat. In another match, Canada will meet Morocco in Houston, with Canada’s coach Jesse Marsch emphasizing the need for heightened performance against a strong opponent.
- •Match kicks off at 5:00 PM local time in Philadelphia
- •France has scored 13 goals in four games
- •Paraguay advanced after defeating Germany
- •Canada faces Morocco later on Saturday
- •Weather poses additional challenge for all teams
- 7:33 AMYahoo Sports — France face Philly furnace as World Cup last 16 gets under way
- 11:06 PMYahoo Sports — World Cup what to know: France takes center stage in Philly heat as Round of 16 begins
"The World Cup Round of 16 has arrived. The second round of the knockout stage commences Saturday with Canada facing Morocco in the opener in Houston, while powerhouse France and Kylian Mbappé will meet Paraguay in the nightcap in Philadelphia. Mbappé has been one of the hottest players in the World Cup as he chases the career goals record currently held by Argentina's Lionel Messi.
"France are bracing for furnace-like temperatures when they face Paraguay in Philadelphia in the World Cup's last 16 on Saturday as co-hosts Canada prepare for a daunting date with African giants Morocco in Houston.In Saturday's early last 16 game, Canada are chasing what would be a massive upset when they take on 2022 World Cup semi-finalists Morocco in Houston.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 4, 2026, 7:33 AMFrance face Philly furnace as World Cup last 16 gets under way
France are bracing for furnace-like temperatures when they face Paraguay in Philadelphia in the World Cup's last 16 on Saturday as co-hosts Canada prepare for a daunting date with African giants Morocco in Houston.In Saturday's early last 16 game, Canada are chasing what would be a massive upset when they take on 2022 World Cup semi-finalists Morocco in Houston.
- Yahoo SportsJul 3, 2026, 11:06 PMWorld Cup what to know: France takes center stage in Philly heat as Round of 16 begins
The World Cup Round of 16 has arrived. The second round of the knockout stage commences Saturday with Canada facing Morocco in the opener in Houston, while powerhouse France and Kylian Mbappé will meet Paraguay in the nightcap in Philadelphia. Mbappé has been one of the hottest players in the World Cup as he chases the career goals record currently held by Argentina's Lionel Messi.
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