Paraguay are the latest team to try to stop free-flowing France when the sides meet in Philadelphia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup – and you can live stream the last 16 match around the world for free.
La Albirroja’s tournament has been a story of resilience. It was impressive to come back from a 4-1 defeat in the opening game by the co-hosts USA to qualify as one of the best third-placed teams. Yet absorbing wave after wave of pressure against Germany in the last 32 to grab a 1-1 draw before beating the four-time winners on penalties was quite another. Now manager Gustavo Alfaro faces his biggest challenge of the tournament to date as he attempts to stop a French side that have scored 13 goals in four games. Midfielder Diego Gomez should return after missing the Germany game through suspension.
France cruised to a 3-0 victory over Sweden in the last 32 as they carried their ominous group stage form into the knockouts. Kylian Mbappe was again the star for Les Bleus, scoring his third double of the tournament to become the all-time leading scorer in World Cup knockout matches (10 goals). With the French captain in this form, and Michael Olise and Ousmane Dembele also in the groove, Didier Deschamps’ men look increasingly likely to reach a third successive final.
Can the scrappy Paraguayan pair of Jose Canale and Gustavo Gomez blunt the tournament’s most fearsome attack?
So read on as we show you exactly how to watch Paraguay vs France for free from anywhere in FIFA World Cup 2026.
How to watch Paraguay vs France for free
Paraguay vs France is available to watch for free in several countries, including the UK, Australia, Brazil, Belgium, Ireland, the Netherlands, Switzerland and Turkey.
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How to watch Paraguay vs France in the USA
American viewers can watch Paraguay vs France on Fox and Telemundo (Spanish communication).
You can watch all World Cup games on Fox, FS1 and Telemundo, which are available on cord cutters such as YouTube TV (free trial), Hulu+Live TV, Sling (selected markets), Fubo or DirecTV.
Those looking for a streaming service instead can watch Paraguay vs France Fox One (3-day free trial). Telemundo is available via Peacock likewise.
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How to watch Paraguay vs France in the UK
UK customers are in luck as they can stream Paraguay vs France free on BBC. Live coverage is on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
You require a TV license and a valid UK postcode for an account (eg SE1 7PB).
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How to watch Paraguay vs France in Australia
Paraguay vs France will be shown for free in Australia on SBS On Demand.
The streaming platform has every game in the tournament for free, making it the perfect place for your World Cup viewing.
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How to watch Paraguay vs France in Canada
In Canada, TSN and free channel CTV will broadcast Paraguay vs France.
You can stream live via TSN+ streaming platform, which costs $80 per month or $80 per year.
CTV will require the TV provider’s login information, which you can watch online for free.
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Paraguay vs France: Match Information
When does Paraguay vs France start?
Paraguay vs France starts at 10pm BST / 5pm ET Saturday 4th July. It is at 7am AEST Sunday 5th July in Australia.
What is the squad for Paraguay vs France?
Paraguay
Goalkeepers: Roberto Junior Fernandez (Cerro Porteno), Orlando Gill (San Lorenzo), Gaston Olveira (Olimpia).
Defenders: Omar Alderete (Sunderland), Junior Alonso (Atletico Mineiro), Fabian Balbuena (Gremio), Juan Jose Caceres (Dinamo Moscow), Jose Canale (Lanus), Gustavo Gomez (Palmeiras), Alexandro Maidana (Talleres), Gustavo Velazquez (Cerro Porteno).
Midfielders: Damian Bobadilla (Sao Paulo), Gustavo Caballero (Portsmouth), Andres Cubas (Vancouver Whitecaps), Matias Galarza (Atlanta United), Diego Gomez (Brighton & Hove Albion), Mauricio Magalhaes (Palmeiras), Briaian Ojeda (Orlando City), Alejandro Romero (Al Aindro Romero).
Extenders: Miguel Almiron (Atlanta United), Gabriel Avalos (Independiente), Alex Arce (Independiente Rivadavia), Julio Enciso (Strasbourg), Isidro Pitta (Bragantino), Antonio Sanabria (Cremonese), Ramon Sosa (Palmeiras).
France
Goalkeepers: Mike Maignan (AC Milan), Robin Risser (Lens), Brice Samba (Rennes).
Defenders: Lucas Digne (Aston Villa), Malo Gusto (Chelsea), Lucas Hernandez (Paris St-Germain), Theo Hernandez (Al Hilal), Ibrahima Konate (Liverpool), Maxence Lacroix (Crystal Palace), Jules Konde (Barcelona), William Saliba (Arsenal), Dayot Upamenaco (Bay).
Midfielders: N’Golo Kante (Fenerbache), Manu Kone (Roma), Adrien Rabiot (AC Milan), Aurelien Tchouameni (Real Madrid), Warren Zaire-Emery (Paris St-Germain).
Extenders: Maghnes Akliouche (Monaco), Bradley Barcola (Paris St-Germain), Rayan Cherki (Man City), Ousmane Dembele (Paris St-Germain), Desire Doue (Paris St-Germain), Michael Olise (Bayern Munich), Kylian Mbappe (Real Madrid), Jean-Philipe Inter Milan Palace, Marcus (Chillipe Inter Milan Palace).
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Scene |
Paraguay |
France |
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Group phase |
Group D: 3rd, 4 points |
Group I: 1st, 9 points |
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Last 32 |
Beat Germany (1-1 AET; 4-3 pens) |
Beat Sweden (3-0) |
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