Find out how to watch Paraguay v France live in the UK, including TV channel, free streaming details and kick off time for this World Cup 2026 last 16 tie in Philadelphia.
| Live Streaming | Date | Kick Off Time | TV Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paraguay v France | 4 July 2026 | 22:00 BST | ITV1 / STV |
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Paraguay v France Live Stream, TV Channel
Paraguay v France will be shown live in the UK on ITV1, with kick off at 10:00pm BST. Scottish viewers can also watch on STV.
The match takes place at Philadelphia Stadium (Lincoln Financial Field) in Pennsylvania.
Paraguay have produced one of the most remarkable stories of this World Cup, and they now face the biggest test of their tournament in a last-16 clash against one of the tournament favourites.
La Albirroja knocked out four time world champions Germany in the last 32, with Jose Canale smashing home the decisive penalty in a 4-3 shootout victory after a 1-1 draw across 120 minutes.
It was one of the biggest upsets in modern World Cup knockout history, with 31 places in the FIFA world rankings separating the two sides. Few gave Paraguay a chance against Germany, but Gustavo Alfaro’s side have proven throughout this tournament that they are far more than just a hard team to beat.
Paraguay have suffered defeat in only five of their last 23 international matches and have shown a fierce togetherness under Alfaro, who was appointed in August 2024 and immediately transformed a side that had lost six straight qualifiers into one capable of beating Germany.
Diego Gomez returns after suspension tonight, which is a significant boost in midfield alongside Andres Cubas and Damian Bobadilla.
Julio Enciso, who scored in normal time against Germany, is expected to continue wide, with Gabriel Avalos leading the line. Omar Alderete misses out through a knee injury, so Jose Canale is expected to continue in central defence.
France head into this tie as one of only three teams to have won every single game at the 2026 World Cup, alongside Mexico and Argentina.
They have scored 12 goals in four matches, a tournament high, and Kylian Mbappe continues to close in on Lionel Messi’s all time World Cup scoring record of 19 goals, currently sitting on 18.
A comfortable 3-0 win over Sweden in the last 32 further underlined France’s status as one of the most complete teams in the competition.
Didier Deschamps returned to the dugout for the Sweden game following the passing of his mother, and the France manager was keen to praise his squad’s professionalism during an emotionally difficult week.
Deschamps has now won 18 World Cup games as manager, a new record, and the 57yr old has confirmed he will step down from the role after the tournament regardless of the outcome.
Michael Olise has been exceptional throughout the tournament, registering five assists and closing in on Pele’s all-time record of six at a single World Cup. He is expected to continue in the number 10 role behind Mbappe, with PSG duo Ousmane Dembele and Bradley Barcola providing width from out wide.
Marcus Thuram remains doubtful with a calf injury and is not expected to feature. Adrien Rabiot and Aurelien Tchouameni are expected to continue in central midfield.
Paraguay have never beaten France in five previous attempts, losing three and drawing two, including a 1-0 defeat in the last 16 at the 1998 World Cup courtesy of Laurent Blanc’s Golden Goal in extra time.
With temperatures in Philadelphia expected to hit 39 degrees, the conditions could work in Paraguay’s favour if they can stay in the game and make France work hard in the heat.
Deschamps has already warned his squad not to underestimate Paraguay, describing their win over Germany as “no accident.” France’s quality in attack should ultimately prove the difference, but Alfaro’s side have already silenced plenty of doubters at this tournament.
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