0-1. France to Play Morocco in Quarterfinals

France secured a spot in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals on Saturday, narrowly defeating Paraguay 1-0 in a match played in Philadelphia. The lone goal came from a penalty kick converted by Kylian Mbappé in the 70th minute, propelling the French team past a determined Paraguayan side.

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With a penalty goal by Kylian Mbappé in the 70th minute, France advanced to the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup after defeating Paraguay 0-1 in a match played in Philadelphia.

With this crucial goal, Mbappé not only secured his team's advancement but also reached seven goals in the tournament, placing him at the top of the Golden Boot standings alongside Lionel Messi. This achievement underscores Mbappé's significant impact on France's campaign.

Didier Deschamps' squad will now face Morocco in the quarterfinals on July 9. This matchup is a repeat of their semifinal clash from the previous World Cup, adding an element of historical significance to the upcoming game.

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With that goal, the Real Madrid forward equaled Argentine Lionel Messi at the top of the scorers' table with seven.

The match against Paraguay was a hard-fought contest, with temperatures reaching 38 degrees Celsius posing an additional challenge for the players. Despite Paraguay's strong defensive efforts throughout the game, France ultimately found the necessary edge to secure the victory.

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The team led by Didier Deschamps will play Morocco on July 9 in the quarterfinals.