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France Advances to World Cup Quarterfinals Despite Paraguay's Tough Challenge and Extreme Heat

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First reported by Mako · Jul 4, 2026

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France defeated Paraguay 1-0 in Philadelphia under extreme heat to reach the World Cup quarterfinals, with Kylian Mbappe scoring the decisive penalty. Paraguay's aggressive play challenged France, but a key substitution led to the winning goal. France will face Morocco next in Dallas.

01France beat Paraguay 1-0 in extreme 60°C heat to reach World Cup quarterfinals.
02Kylian Mbappe scored a penalty, his seventh goal of the tournament, moving close to Messi's record.
03Paraguay showed strong commitment and aggressive tactics, frustrating France's attack.
04A halftime water break was implemented due to the severe heat conditions.
05France's next match is against Morocco in Dallas, who will miss Ismail Saibari.
06Pre-game celebrations included American Independence Day fireworks and a military flyover.

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