Paraguay vs France: World Cup 2026 Knockout Clash

Paraguay face France at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on 4 July 2026, with a place in the 1/8 final on the line in the World Cup knockout phase. Paraguay arrive as Group D’s third-placed side with 4 points and a goal difference of -2, while France dominated Group I, taking 9 points from 9 with a +8 goal difference.

Squad information from the latest data shows no confirmed injuries or suspensions for either Paraguay or France; the “Missing Players” and injury lists contain no names. With no players listed as doubtful or sidelined, both managers are expected to have full squads available.

For France, that means key attacking stars Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé are available. Mbappé has scored 6 goals and provided 2 assists in 4 matches, while Dembélé has added 4 goals and 2 assists, underlining a frontline in top form. Creative hub Michael Olise, the competition’s leading provider with 5 assists, is also available.

Paraguay can count on Julio César Enciso, who has contributed 1 goal and 2 assists and is central to their attacking transitions.

Impact-wise, France retain their full attacking output of 10 group-stage goals, with no enforced absences blunting their edge. Paraguay, who scored 2 in their group, also keep all their offensive options, relying heavily on Enciso and Miguel Almirón to match France’s firepower.