France XI vs Paraguay: Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for World Cup 2026 Les Bleus must be wary of giant-killers but could take chance to rotate Evening Standard · Jul 3
FIFA World Cup 2026 Today Match Schedule (July 4) Indian Time (IST): Full match list, fixtures, India time (IST) and venues The FIFA World Cup 2026 enters its thrilling Round of 16, a do-or-die knockout phase where 16 teams vie for quarter-final spots. Exciting matchups include Canada vs. Morocco and Paraguay vs. France. Fans in India can catch all the action live on Unite8 Sports channels and stream it on ZEE5.… The Economic Times · Jul 3
France Predicted Lineup vs. Paraguay: World Cup Round of 16 Didier Deschamps has no need to tinker with a winning formula. Sports Illustrated · Jul 3
World Cup 2026: VAR heartbreak for Croatia, Portugal through to next round Last minute VAR drama sent Croatia home after their equaliser was deemed offsides against Portugal. Cristiano Ronaldo scored his first World Cup goal from a penalty. Spain walked all over the Austrian team in a dominant 3-0 win. Austria, meanwhile, did not manage to get a single shot on target.… France 24 · Jul 3
Jurgen Klopp linked with Germany job as Julian Nagelsmann resigns after FIFA World Cup exit Julian Nagelsmann has stepped down as Germany's head coach following their disappointing World Cup exit. The German Football Association confirmed his departure after the team's early elimination by Paraguay. Jurgen Klopp is now the frontrunner to take over, with speculation mounting about his potential role in revitalizing the national squad.… The Economic Times · Jul 3
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann reportedly resigns opening door for Jurgen Klopp Germany crashed out of the World Cup earlier this week following a shock loss to Paraguay on penalties The Independent UK · Jul 3
World Cup heatwave sparks safety fears ahead of France v Paraguay clash in Philadelphia France are set to face Paraguay in their last-16 clash in extreme heat on Saturday The Independent UK · Jul 3
World Cup 2026: France crush Sweden while Mexico continue perfect start Didier Deschamps' side impressed once again as they raced past Sweden 3-0 and will face Paraguay next. Michael Olise provided two assists and is now just one short of equaling Pelé's record in a single World Cup. Meanwhile, Mexico recorded their fourth clean sheet and are the only side not… France 24 · Jul 1
The lofty numbers behind America’s World Cup boom – but can US go where they’ve never gone before? WORLD CUP 2026: Mauricio Pochettino has his squad – and a gripped nation at large – believing that a deep World Cup run is achievable. Next in line are Bosnia and Herzegovina, who refusal to let up should not be underestimated. Kieran Jackson reports from Santa Clara The Independent UK · Jul 1
World Cup 2026: France thrash Sweden as they reach round of 16 France secured a comfortable 3-0 victory over Sweden in the World Cup knockout stage. Les Bleus will face Paraguay in the round of 16 on July 4. France 24 · Jul 1
France Look Like Champions-in-Waiting, But Cracks in the Back Line Remain France beat Sweden 3-0 in the Round of 32, with Kylian Mbappé scoring twice to move within one goal of Lionel Messi's all-time World Cup record. Michael Olise set up both of Mbappé's goals and Bradley Barcola's strike, as France advanced to face Paraguay in the Round of 16. Latin Times · Jul 1
FIFA 2026: Mbappe scores twice to tie Messi for World Cup lead as France beats Sweden 3-0 Kylian Mbappe starred for France, scoring twice to break a World Cup knockout round scoring record and lead Les Bleus to a dominant 3-0 victory over Sweden. Bradley Barcola added another goal as France showcased their attacking prowess, setting up a round of 16 clash against Paraguay. The French team,… The Economic Times · Jul 1
USMNT vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups Mauricio Pochettino’s Stars and Stripes hold home and form advantage heading into the game. Sports Illustrated · Jul 1
Mbappe scores twice as France breeze past Sweden into World Cup last 16 Kylian Mbappe scored twice and Michael Olise was in scintillating form as France beat Sweden 3-0 at the World Cup on Tuesday and set up a last-16 clash with Paraguay. Radio France Internationale · Jun 30
The Economic Times · Jun 30 FIFA World Cup 2026: 'Berlin Wall' falls as Germany's Manuel Neuer confirms retirement from international football Germany's FIFA World Cup 2026 journey ended in a shocking Round of 32 exit against Paraguay, a result that also marked the international retirement of legendary goalkeeper Manuel Neuer. The 40-year-old, a 2014 World Cup winner, confirmed his final appearance after the penalty shootout loss. This early departure, a significant…
The Independent UK · Jun 30 TV turns off during Paraguay’s pivotal World Cup penalty shootout Paraguay fans were left in disbelief after a bar’s TV subscription ran out during a crucial World Cup penalty shootout.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 30 What next for Germany as Paraguay and penalties fuel more World Cup pain? In today’s newsletter: Another early World Cup exit for Germany
International Business Times UK · Jun 30 Forget The Office: Paraguay Declares Public Holiday After Beating Germany Paraguay's World Cup victory over Germany prompted President Santiago Peña to declare a public holiday, celebrating one of the country's most memorable football achievements.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 30 Panenka to Paraguay: Germany’s 50-year penalty shootout streak is over Germany once scored 22 consecutive penalties in major tournament shootouts. They missed three as Paraguay won 4-3 from the spot
Sports Illustrated · Jun 30 Arsenal Caught in Crossfire of Jurgen Klopp’s Fury Over Germany’s World Cup Exit Germany’s disallowed goal against Paraguay reignited a debate that dominated English soccer this season.
France 24 · Jun 30 World Cup 2026: Morocco outclass the Netherlands as Germany knocked out on penalties For the third time in a row, the Netherlands exit the World Cup after a penalty shootout. Tied 1-1 with Morocco, Ismael Saibari scored the winning penalty to send the Atlas Lions into the Round of 16, where they will go up against Canada. Meanwhile Paraguay caused a huge upset…
Sports Illustrated · Jun 30 ‘Most Unpleasant’—Jurgen Klopp Talks Germany Job in Wake of World Cup Humiliation The four-time World Cup winners shockingly exited at the hands of Paraguay.
France 24 · Jun 30 2026 World Cup: Paraguay stun Germany in round of 32 Paraguay made history by beating Germany in the World Cup round of 16 (1–1, 4-3 on penalties). Paraguay could face France in the next round.
The Independent UK · Jun 30 Jurgen Klopp makes Arsenal set-piece jibe after Germany knocked out of World Cup Germany were denied a potential winner in extra time as went out to Paraguay in the round of 32
The Independent UK · Jun 30 Julian Nagelsmann accused of ‘rarely watching games’ after Germany suffer World Cup shock Nagelsmann’s Germany team crashed out in the last 32, falling to Paraguay on penalties