FC Nordsjaelland U19 Overview

Kylian Mbappe scored the only goal of the game from the penalty spot as France progressed to the quarter-finals of the World Cup with a laboured 1-0 win over an aggressive and cynical Paraguay side on Saturday evening. The South Americans, who upset Germany in the previous round, were always expected to make for awkward and uncompromising opponents for the tournament favourites but it was nonetheless surprising just how much Didier Deschamps' stellar forward line struggled to create chances in Philadelphia.

France's World Cup round of 16 clash against Paraguay is facing a potential late delay as FIFA officials monitor deteriorating weather conditions in Philadelphia. Substantial stormy weather is expected to hit the area just as the scheduled kick-off approaches at Lincoln Financial Field.

Our expert offers his best Paraguay vs France Predictions, Lineups, Odds & Tips for their World Cup clash this evening (04/07/2026)

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