France beats Sweden 3-0, advances to face Paraguay in 2026 World Cup
France defeated Sweden 3-0 in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16 in New York, securing a quarterfinal match against Paraguay in Philadelphia on July 4. France advanced with a perfect group stage record, while Sweden qualified as a third-placed team. Despite a historical winless streak against Sweden in major tournaments, France broke the pattern. Paraguay set up the clash by eliminating four-time champions Germany. The match echoes the 1998 World Cup, where France beat Paraguay en route to winning the tournament.
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France vs Morocco: A Reunion of Two Teams Even Stronger Than in 2022
France and Morocco are set to face each other in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals, a rematch of their 2022 semifinal clash. According to Younès Belhanda and Moroccan journalist Said Amdaa, the Atlas Lions have evolved their playing style since 2022, becoming more formidable. France, too, remains a strong contender. The match follows France's narrow 1-0 victory over Paraguay in the Round of 16, where they overcame a physical and controversial game. Morocco advanced by defeating Canada 3-0. The quarterfinal will also feature a reunion between PSG teammates Kylian Mbappé and Achraf Hakimi, now facing each other as opponents.
Home Football - actualitésMbappé and Hakimi to Face Off in 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal
France and Morocco have advanced to the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after respective victories in the round of 16. France narrowly defeated Paraguay 1-0, while Morocco secured a convincing 3-0 win over Canada. The two teams will meet in the quarterfinals next Thursday, marking a rematch of their dramatic 2022 World Cup semifinal clash, which France won 2-0. The match will also feature a reunion between Paris Saint-Germain teammates Kylian Mbappé (France) and Achraf Hakimi (Morocco). The article, published by RMC Sport on July 5, 2026, highlights the anticipation surrounding this high-profile encounter, though French coach Didier Deschamps has downplayed any notion of revenge. The match follows a tense France-Paraguay game that saw a post-match brawl and criticism of Mbappé by the Paraguayan press.
Home Football - actualitésFrance and Morocco Advance to World Cup Quarterfinals; Mbappé Penalty Decides Match
France and Morocco became the first teams to reach the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup in North America. Top favorite France struggled against Paraguay, winning 1-0 thanks to a penalty goal by Kylian Mbappé. The match was marked by Paraguay's unsportsmanlike conduct, which drew sharp criticism from WELT author Lutz Wöckener. France will face Morocco in the quarterfinals. Morocco earlier eliminated co-host Canada with a 3-0 victory in Houston, with Azzedine Ounahi scoring twice and Soufiane Rahimi adding a stoppage-time goal. Canada was the better team for much of the match but made fatal mistakes. The article includes video highlights of both matches.
Nachrichten - WELTWorld Cup Day 24 Recap: France Survives Paraguay's Physical Tactics; Morocco Makes History
On Day 24 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, tournament favorites France maintained their perfect record but were tested by a highly physical Paraguay side, winning 1-0 via a Kylian Mbappe penalty. Mbappe's seventh goal tied him with Lionel Messi in the Golden Boot race. Paraguay's aggressive, disruptive tactics sparked debate on whether such 'dirty tricks' could stop France's juggernaut. In the other match, Canada became the first co-host eliminated, losing 3-0 to Morocco. Morocco's victory, with goals from Azzedine Ounahi (2) and Soufiane Rahimi, made them the first African nation to reach consecutive World Cup quarter-finals. Separately, the USMNT implemented anti-spying measures ahead of their last-16 tie against Belgium, signaling their growing status in the tournament.
Soccer - The AthleticFrance Beat Paraguay to Reach World Cup Quarter-Finals; England Awaits Mexico
The Guardian's Football Weekly podcast recaps France's 1-0 victory over Paraguay in the 2026 World Cup round of 16, secured by a Kylian Mbappé penalty. Paraguay employed aggressive defensive tactics ('dark arts') but received no yellow cards until after the match. France will face Morocco in the quarter-finals, who earlier advanced with a 3-0 win over Canada, though Canada started strongly and missed early chances. The episode also previews the upcoming match between Mexico and England, includes anecdotes from Miami, and answers listener questions. The panel includes Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Archie Rhind-Tutt, Barney Ronay, and Philippe Auclair.
Football | The GuardianKylian Mbappe Speaks Out After Heated Win Over Paraguay
Kylian Mbappe scored the only goal on a penalty kick in the 70th minute, leading France to a 1-0 victory over Paraguay in a chippy 2026 World Cup Round of 16 match. The game was France's first real scare of the tournament, with Paraguay frustrating the heavily favored French side. Mbappe, involved in several confrontations, said in his post-match interview that France showed they can 'play dirty football' and win ugly when needed. He criticized Paraguay for expecting France to play 'in tuxedos' and emphasized that winning is all that matters. Mbappe is now tied with Lionel Messi for the Golden Boot lead at seven goals. France will face Morocco in the quarterfinals on July 9 in Boston, a rematch of the 2022 semifinal which France won 2-0.
Yardbarker: SoccerFrance overcome resolute Paraguay to reach quarter-final
World Cup favorites France secured a 1-0 victory over a stubborn Paraguay side in Philadelphia on July 4, 2026, to book their place in the quarter-finals. The decisive moment came from a second-half penalty converted by star forward Kylian Mbappé. The match was a closely contested affair, with Paraguay putting up a resilient defensive performance that frustrated the French attack for much of the game. France's ability to break the deadlock through Mbappé's spot-kick ultimately proved enough to advance. The result keeps France on track as a leading contender for the World Cup title. The match report is provided by BBC Sport, with highlights available for UK users.
BBC SportFrance Overcome Resolute Paraguay to Reach World Cup Quarter-Final
France secured their place in the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Paraguay in Philadelphia. The match was decided by a second-half penalty from star forward Kylian Mbappé, which proved enough to overcome a stubborn and resilient Paraguayan defense. France, considered tournament favorites, will now advance to the next round. The match report is available for UK users via BBC Sport.
BBC SportFrance Defeat Paraguay 1-0 to Advance to World Cup Quarter-Final
World Cup favorites France secured their place in the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a narrow 1-0 victory over a resilient Paraguay side in Philadelphia. The decisive moment came in the second half when star forward Kylian Mbappé converted a penalty kick to break the deadlock. The match, played on July 4, 2026, saw France dominate possession but struggle to break down a stubborn Paraguayan defense. The result keeps France on track in their quest for a second consecutive World Cup title, having won the tournament in 2022. Paraguay, despite their valiant efforts, exit the competition at the Round of 16 stage.
BBC SportFrance 1-0 Paraguay: The Battle Won, the Full Debrief of L'After
France secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Paraguay in the Round of 16 of the World Cup on July 5, 2026. The match, described as a pitched battle, saw France overcome a physical Paraguayan challenge. Player reactions highlighted the team's composure and intelligence in a tough contest. Defender William Saliba praised the Blues' serenity under pressure, while midfielder Rayan Cherki noted the team's ability to play beautiful football and fight when needed. Coach Didier Deschamps expressed relief after the win. The victory sets up a quarterfinal clash against Morocco, who earlier defeated Canada 3-0. However, France faces a potential setback as midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni suffered a thigh injury, with his return hoped for the quarterfinals. The match was covered extensively by RMC Sport's L'After program with analysts Daniel Riolo, Maxime Chanot, and Jean-Louis Tourre.
Home Football - actualitésFrance to Face Morocco in 2026 World Cup Quarter-Finals on July 9
France qualified for the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Paraguay in the round of 16. They will face Morocco, who earlier eliminated Canada 3-0. The match is scheduled for Thursday, July 9 at 10:00 PM Paris time, to be played in Boston, a city familiar to the French team as their base camp. This is a rematch of the 2022 World Cup semi-final, which France won. Both teams remain undefeated in the tournament. France is aiming for a third consecutive World Cup final appearance after winning in 2018 and losing in 2022. The article also notes Morocco's earlier scare against the Netherlands in the round of 32, where they equalized in stoppage time and won on penalties.
Home Football - actualitésMbappé Proud of France's Grit After Hard-Fought Win Over Paraguay in World Cup Round of 16
France defeated Paraguay in a heated and physical round of 16 match at the 2026 World Cup, advancing to the quarter-finals. Captain Kylian Mbappé praised his team's ability to adapt to Paraguay's aggressive style, stating that France can win not only through skillful play but also by 'getting their hands dirty.' The match was marked by numerous unpunished fouls by Paraguay, which frustrated the French team. Mbappé acknowledged Paraguay's playing identity but emphasized that winning is the only thing that matters. France will now face Morocco in a rematch of the 2022 World Cup semi-final on July 9.
Home Football - actualités2026 World Cup: France Defeats Paraguay, First Quarterfinal Matchup Set Against Morocco
On July 4, 2026, the French national football team defeated Paraguay in a challenging Round of 16 match of the World Cup. The match was noted for its physicality and rough play by Paraguay (La Albirroja). Kylian Mbappé scored his 7th goal of the tournament, securing France's victory. With this win, France advances to the quarterfinals, where they will face Morocco, who defeated Canada earlier the same day. The article, published by Foot Mercato on July 5, 2026, highlights France's progression and the upcoming high-stakes quarterfinal matchup.
Foot Mercato : Info Transferts Football - Actu Foot TransfertKylian Mbappe's penalty lifts France past Paraguay into quarterfinals
Kylian Mbappe scored a penalty in the second half to give France a 1-0 victory over Paraguay in a steamy round of 16 match at the 2026 World Cup in Philadelphia. The goal was Mbappe's 19th World Cup goal and seventh of the tournament, tying him with Lionel Messi for the Golden Boot lead. Substitute Desire Doue earned the penalty with a dribbling run that drew a foul from Diego Gomez, confirmed after a VAR review. France will face Morocco in the quarterfinals, a rematch of the 2022 semifinal. Paraguay, who had upset Germany in the previous round, defended well but offered little attacking threat and failed to reach the quarterfinals for the first time since 2010.
Yardbarker: SoccerFrance's Mbappé Sets Up Quarter-Final Meeting with Morocco and Friend Hakimi
France has qualified for the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup after defeating Paraguay. They are now set to face Morocco in the next round. Following the match, French captain Kylian Mbappé commented on the upcoming fixture, acknowledging the strength of the Moroccan team and mentioning his former Paris Saint-Germain teammate and friend, Achraf Hakimi. Mbappé noted that Hakimi has already contacted him, but emphasized that France will concentrate on the game. The article, published by Foot Mercato, highlights the personal connection between the two players ahead of the competitive match.
Foot Mercato : Info Transferts Football - Actu Foot TransfertKylian Mbappé scores again and France reaches World Cup quarterfinals with 1-0 win over Paraguay
France defeated Paraguay 1-0 in the 2026 World Cup round of 16 match held in Philadelphia on July 4, 2026. Kylian Mbappé scored his 19th career World Cup goal from a penalty kick in the 70th minute after a video review awarded the penalty for a trip by Diego Gomez. The match was played under extreme heat with temperatures around 38°C. France advanced to the quarterfinals for the fourth consecutive time and will face Morocco on July 9, 2026, in Foxborough, Massachusetts. Mbappé is now the top active scorer in World Cup history. Paraguay goalkeeper Orlando Gill made several saves to keep the score close, including stopping two Mbappé attempts in stoppage time.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Mbappé penalty sends France past Paraguay into World Cup quarter-finals
France defeated Paraguay 1-0 in a World Cup last-16 match played in Philadelphia on July 4, 2026, amid a severe heatwave with temperatures reaching 38°C (100°F). Kylian Mbappé scored the only goal from a penalty kick, drawing him level with Lionel Messi in the golden boot race. France dominated possession but struggled to break down a compact and organized Paraguay side playing a 5-4-1 formation. The match featured a hydration break due to extreme heat, and pre-game celebrations for the US semiquincentennial anniversary of independence, including a performance by the Roots. France advanced to the quarter-finals, while Paraguay's stubborn defense ultimately could not prevent the defeat.
Football | The GuardianFrance 1-0 Paraguay: Tense Victory Sets Up Quarter-Final with Morocco
France narrowly defeated Paraguay 1-0 in the round of 16 of the 2026 American World Cup on July 4, 2026. The match was marked by taunts, physical altercations, and relief for the French team as they secured a hard-fought victory. The win sets up a quarter-final clash against Morocco, who earlier defeated Canada 3-0. The article also notes a thigh injury to French player Tchouaméni, with hopes for his return in the quarter-finals. The match was part of a busy World Cup schedule, with other results including Argentina's 3-2 win over Cape Verde.
Home Football - actualitésVictorious Mbappe levels Messi in World Cup golden boot race, did Paraguay's tactics go too far?
France defeated Paraguay 1-0 in the 2026 World Cup round of 16, played in extreme heat in Philadelphia. Kylian Mbappe scored the only goal from a penalty in the second half, moving level with Lionel Messi for the tournament's golden boot with seven goals. Paraguay employed a highly aggressive, physical strategy, pushing the boundaries of the rules with several off-the-ball incidents, including a striking of Mbappe in the chest by Matias Galarza that went unpunished. The match featured no yellow cards for Paraguay until after the final whistle. France will face Morocco in the quarter-finals in Boston. The Athletic's team of analysts examine the match, focusing on whether Paraguay's tactics crossed the line.
Soccer - The AthleticKylian Mbappe serves up perfect Lionel Messi response as France avoid Paraguay upset
France narrowly defeated Paraguay 1-0 in the World Cup Round of 16 in Philadelphia, thanks to a second-half penalty by Kylian Mbappe. The goal moved Mbappe to seven goals in the tournament, tying Lionel Messi for the Golden Boot lead. France, considered one of the tournament favorites alongside Argentina, struggled against a resilient Paraguay side that had previously upset Germany. Despite dominating possession and creating chances, France was held scoreless until Desire Doue won a penalty after a skillful run. Mbappe converted from the spot, stuttering his run and sending goalkeeper Orlando Gill the wrong way. Paraguay attempted to provoke Mbappe with physical challenges, but France held their composure. The victory sets up a quarter-final clash with Morocco. France had scored at least three goals in each of their prior group matches but found Paraguay's defense stifling in the first half.
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