France faced Paraguay in a Round of 16 match of the World Cup on July 4, 2026, in Philadelphia. The match was characterized by high temperatures, which affected the pace of play for both teams. France, favored to win, dominated possession in the first half, but the score remained 0-0 at halftime. In the 67th minute, Kylian Mbappé scored from a penalty kick after a foul on Desire Doue, marking his seventh goal of the tournament and his 19th career World Cup goal. Paraguay attempted to respond but struggled to create significant chances after the goal. France secured the victory and will advance to face Morocco in the quarterfinals on July 6, 2026.
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Kylian Mbappé Scores to Lead France Past Paraguay in World Cup Round of 16
In a Round of 16 World Cup match on July 4, 2026, France defeated Paraguay 1-0, with Kylian Mbappé scoring the only goal from a penalty kick in the second half. The match took place in Philadelphia, and France will advance to face Morocco in the quarterfinals.
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Kylian Mbappé's seventh goal of the World Cup lifts France past Paraguay in physical Round of 16 match
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Kylian Mbappé Scores to Lead France Past Paraguay in World Cup Round of 16