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Why Is N’Golo Kanté Not Playing Today for France vs. Paraguay In the World Cup?

France enters their 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 clash against Paraguay as heavy favorites, after a dominant performance in the group and Round of 32. Les Bleus cruised through the group stage with a perfect record, securing a 3-1 win over Senegal, a 3-0 victory against Iraq, and a 4-1 triumph over Norway.

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Paraguay Updated FIFA Ranking: What Is Their Position Before Facing France at the World Cup Round of 32?

Paraguay and France are set to square off in a Round of 16 clash at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. La Albirroja's opened their Group D campaign with a tough 4-1 loss to the host United States before bouncing back with a 1-0 win over Türkiye.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / EasySportz / July 4

Everything You Need to Know France vs. Paraguay

France looks to continue its march toward another FIFA World Cup title Saturday when it meets Paraguay in a Round of 16 matchup at Philadelphia Stadium.

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Exit not ruled out: Chelsea could allow Manchester United transfer target to leave

Chelsea midfielder Andrey Santos could reportedly be available this summer, with Manchester United previously linked with the Brazilian youngster. The Blues look prepared to make some changes in midfield this summer, with some possible new signings meaning Santos could be available.

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Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Total Pro Sports / July 1

Police Officers And Prisoners Forgot Their Differences After Paraguay Beat Germany At The World Cup

A stunning video from a Paraguayan jail shows prisoners and guards dropping all barriers to celebrate their national team’s dramatic World Cup triumph over Germany.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Who Will France Face In the Round of 16 After Beating Sweden? Possible Road to the World Cup Final Revealed

France beat Sweden on Tuesday, June 30, in the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, knowing exactly what awaits after securing a place in the next stage.

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Ivory Coast Legend Didier Drogba Calls Out FIFA Officials After Nicolas Pepe Incident

Norway is through to the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but the 2-1 win over Ivory Coast on Tuesday is being remembered for all the wrong reasons.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / HITC / June 30

Paraguay president declares national holiday after shock World Cup win over Germany

Germany are out of the 2026 World Cup, beaten on penalties by a Paraguay side few had given a chance — and back home, the win is being treated as a moment of national history.

Soccer News / The Spun / June 30

Germany Coach Julian Nagelsmann Frustrated With Reporter After World Cup Loss

In one of the most shocking upsets in World Cup history, Germany were eliminated in the knockout round by Paraguay on penalty kicks following a controversial foul call that negated what would have been a game-winner for Germany in extra time.

Jurgen Klopp News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Julian Nagelsmann Speaks on Germany Future as Jurgen Klopp Rejects Replacing Him

Julian Nagelsmann faced one of the toughest moments of his coaching career after Germany suffered a heartbreaking exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Following the disappointment, the talented manager didn’t hesitate to share his future plans with the national team.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Caught Offside / June 30

Chelsea make contact to sign 'generational' talent from France after breakout season

Chelsea are looking to improve their attacking unit by signing Eli Junior Kroupi from Bournemouth. According to Simon Phillips, Chelsea have made contact to sign the player, but they are yet to follow up with an official proposal.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / HITC / June 30

Germany’s penalty shootout at the FIFA World Cup suffers huge blow after shock loss to Paraguay

For the first time in their history, Germany have come out on the losing end of a penalty shootout in the FIFA World Cup. Paraguay managed to take the lead late in the first half thanks to a solid header from Julio Enciso.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / EasySportz / June 29

Germany Stunned With Early World Cup Exit to Paraguay

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Paraguay authored the biggest upset of the FIFA World Cup knockout stage Monday, stunning four-time world champion Germany in a dramatic penalty shootout after the sides battled to a 1-1 draw through 120 minutes at Gillette Stadium.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Athlon Sports / June 29

Who Will Paraguay Face Next After Beating Germany? Possible Round of 16 Opponents Revealed

It took 120 minutes and a penalty shootout to decide the winner between Germany and Paraguay in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32. Paraguay defeated Germany 4-3 on a penalty shoot-out after a 1-1 draw after extra time.

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Julio Enciso exits with injury after giving Paraguay lead over Germany

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Paraguay goal-scorer Julio Enciso departed in the 57th minute of their round of 32 clash with Germany with an apparent lower-body injury after he gave his side a shock lead late in the first half.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / EasySportz / June 29

Germany vs. Paraguay Odds, Best Bets, Prediction at FIFA World Cup

Germany enters the FIFA World Cup knockout stage as one of the tournament favorites, but Paraguay has already proven it won’t be an easy out. The four-time world champions face a disciplined Paraguayan side Monday afternoon in the Round of 32, with a place in the Round of 16 on the line.

Kaoru Mitoma News / Athlon Sports / June 29

Why Is Kaoru Mitoma Not Playing Today for Japan vs. Brazil at the World Cup?

Japan have impressed on their way to the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup, and are on their way to an exciting Round of 32 game against Brazil. However, one of the Samurai Blue's most influential players, Kaoru Mitoma, is once again missing from Hajime Moriyasu's squad.

Soccer News / Outlook India / June 29

Germany Vs Paraguay Preview: Die Mannschaft And La Albirroja Renew World Cup Knockout Rivalry

Germany face Paraguay in a high-stakes FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 clash at Boston Stadium Die Mannschaft are favourites, but Paraguay will bank on

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / June 26

2026 World Cup Leading Scorers: Who Has Scored the Most Goals?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is well underway, and there has been no shortage of spectacular moments from the sport's biggest stars in the group stage. To name a few: Argentina's Lionel Messi has become the World Cup's all-time leading goal scorer, with France's Kylian Mbappe right on his heels.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / June 25

Netherlands grab early two-goal lead vs. Tunisia, win Group F

The Netherlands scored two goals in the first seven minutes of the first half en route to a 3-1 victory over Tunisia on Thursday night in Kansas City in the final match of World Cup Group F play for both teams.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Field Level Media / June 24

Ivory Coast coach preaches intensity ahead of group finale vs. Curacao

PHILADELPHIA -- Through two matches at the World Cup, Ivory Coast coach Emerse Fae believes his team's play has been worthy of the knockout phase. To reach the knockouts for the first time, the Elephants need to maintain that level on Thursday in the Group E finale against Curacao.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / June 21

World Cup 2026 Saturday takeaways: Netherlands makes history; Eloy Room saves Curacao

The group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup continued on Saturday. Germany partied like it was 2014, the Netherlands made history, and Curacao earned its first World Cup point.

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Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Ball Exclusives / June 20