Paraguay vs France: World Cup 1/8 Final Preview

Paraguay face France at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on 4 July 2026 in a World Cup 1/8 final tie. Paraguay arrive as Group D’s third-placed side with 4 points and a goal difference of -2, while France topped Group I with 9 points and a +8 goal difference after three straight wins.

Squad information from the latest data lists no confirmed injuries or suspensions for either side, and there are no players marked as questionable. With no absentees reported in injuries or missing players, both coaches are expected to have full squads available for selection.

For France, that means Kylian Mbappé (6 goals, 2 assists) is available, as is Ousmane Dembélé (4 goals, 2 assists). Both are in outstanding form and central to the tournament’s most prolific attack so far with 10 goals in three matches. Chief creator Michael Olise (5 assists) is also available, giving France their full attacking structure.

Paraguay can count on Julio César Enciso, who has contributed 1 goal and 2 assists and is their main creative outlet. With no key names sidelined on either side, the attacking output on paper is fully intact, setting up a matchup between France’s free-scoring frontline and a Paraguay side that has relied on efficiency rather than volume in front of goal.