Mbappe leads France vs. Paraguay in World Cup Round of 16; Dodgers' Yamamoto starts today's MLB action

France squares off against Paraguay in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16, with star forward Kylian Mbappe spearheading a formidable French team. The European powerhouse, in excellent form, faces a Paraguay squad that has defied expectations, notably by eliminating four-time champions Germany.

Paraguay's goalkeeper, Orlando Gill, has been a standout performer, and the team is motivated to pull off another upset against the heavily favored French side, despite the challenging high temperatures. France, with talents like Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele, is considered a top contender for the championship.

In Major League Baseball, the Dodgers' pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto is set to start against the Padres' Griffin Canning. This game is crucial for the Dodgers' pursuit of a fifth consecutive win against the Padres. Meanwhile, Japanese star Shohei Ohtani will sit out due to discomfort in his right biceps, requiring a day of rest and treatment.

Other baseball matchups include the Tigers facing the Rangers, and several games in the Chinese Professional Baseball League. The day's sports schedule also features events in Nippon Professional Baseball, the Wimbledon tennis championships, and the WTT Grand Smash in the United States.