Both teams will look to survive the heat in Philadelphia on Saturday and move on to the quarterfinals, where Morocco await

France and Paraguay are level in the opening half of their 2026 World Cup last-16 clash in Philadelphia. Near-record warmth is expected today and this is likely to be one of the hottest World Cup matches ever played.

Kylian Mbappe refused to be distracted after a Paraguay player attempted to scuff the penalty spot before his decisive spot-kick. The France star converted with confidence, drew level with Lionel Messi in the Golden Boot race and celebrated in front of his opponents as Les Bleus secured their place in the quarter-finals.

France has to go past Paraguay to book a spot in the quarterfinals.

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World Cup knockout soccer meets America’s 250th birthday in Philadelphia as France faces Paraguay on July 4 at Philadelphia Stadium.

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