Paraguay are the latest team attempting to stop free-flowing France as the sides meet in Philadelphia at the FIFA World Cup 2026 — and you can live stream the last-16 clash around the world for free.
La Albirroja’s tournament has been a story of resilience. Bouncing back from a 4-1 opening-game defeat by co-hosts USA to qualify as one of the best third-place teams was impressive. Yet absorbing wave after wave of pressure against Germany in the last 32 to snatch a 1-1 draw, before beating the four-time winners on penalties, was another thing entirely. Now, manager Gustavo Alfaro faces his greatest challenge of the tournament to date, as he seeks to stop a France side who have scored 13 goals in four games. Midfielder Diego Gomez should return after missing the Germany match through suspension.
France cruised to a 3-0 win over Sweden in the last 32 as they carried their ominous group-stage form into the knockouts. Kylian Mbappe was the star yet again for Les Bleus, scoring his third double of the tournament to become the all-time leading marksman in World Cup knockout matches (10 goals). With the France skipper in this form, and Michael Olise and Ousmane Dembele also in the groove, Didier Deschamps’ men are looking increasingly likely to reach a third successive final.
Can grizzled Paraguayan pair 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 the FIFA World Cup 2026.
How to watch Paraguay vs France for free
Paraguay vs France is available to watch for free in multiple countries, including the UK, Australia, Brazil, Belgium, Ireland, Netherlands, Switzerland and Turkey.
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Use a VPN to watch Paraguay vs France live streams
It’s the World Cup, and if you’re traveling, you might discover your usual Paraguay vs France stream is suddenly unavailable due to geo-restrictions.
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How to watch Paraguay vs France in the US
US viewers can watch Paraguay vs France on Fox and Telemundo (Spanish comms).
You can watch every World Cup game on Fox, FS1 and Telemundo, which are available on cord-cutters like YouTube TV (free trial), Hulu+Live TV, Sling (select markets), Fubo or DirecTV.
Those looking for a streaming service instead can watch Paraguay vs France on Fox One (3-day free trial). Telemundo is available via Peacock as well.
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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 for 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 (e.g. SE1 7PB).
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How to watch Paraguay vs France in Australia
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Paraguay vs France will be shown for free in Australia on SBS On Demand.
The streaming platform has every game of 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
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In Canada, TSN and free-to-air channel CTV will be broadcasting Paraguay vs France.
You can live stream via the TSN+ streaming platform, which costs CA$8 per month or CA$80 per year.
CTV will require TV provider login details for you to watch for free online.
Outside of Canada? Use Norton VPN whilst you’re traveling away from home to unlock your stream.
Paraguay vs France: Match Information
What time does Paraguay vs France start?
Paraguay vs France kicks off at 10pm BST / 5pm ET on Saturday, July 4. That’s 7am AEST on Sunday, July 5 in Australia.
What are the squads 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 Ain).
Forwards: 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 Kounde (Barcelona), William Saliba (Arsenal), Dayot Upamenaco (Bayern Munich).
Midfielders: N’Golo Kante (Fenerbache), Manu Kone (Roma), Adrien Rabiot (AC Milan), Aurelien Tchouameni (Real Madrid), Warren Zaire-Emery (Paris St-Germain).
Forwards: 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-Phillipe Mateta (Crystal Palace), Marcus Thuram (Inter Milan).
Paraguay vs France: Road to the last 16
Stage
Paraguay
France
Group stage
Group D: 3rd, 4 points
Group I: 1st, 9 points
Last 32
Beat Germany (1-1 AET; 4-3 pens)
Beat Sweden (3-0)
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