PHILADELPHIA — France takes on Paraguay at Lincoln Financial Field on Saturday, July 4, celebrating America's birthday with a round of 16 clash that will decide a spot in the World Cup quarterfinals.Weather is going to play a role in Philadelphia with the temperature at kickoff predicted to be in the high-90s."It's not ideal," France coach Didier Deschamps said of the heat. “But we didn't choose, so we adapt and we anticipate.”Kylian Mbappe has been unstoppable so far for France, leading the team to four wins in four matches. The Real Madrid man has six goals – scoring two three times – and enters the round of 16 one behind Lionel Messi in the Golden Boot race. His 18 World Cup career goals rank second in history, two behind Messi who scored his 20th vs. Cape Verde.The winner will face Canada or Morocco in the quarterfinals at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts.Follow for live updates:Where to watch France vs ParaguayTV channel: FoxLive streaming: Fubo or the Fox One AppSpanish language: Telemundo and Peacock.Watch every World Cup game with FuboBradley Barcola yellow cardFrance's Bradley Barcola was handed a yellow card in the 19th minute for a coming-together near midfield.15 minutes: Scoreless in PhiladelphiaFrance is toying with Paraguay in the first 15 minutes but hasn't been able to find a way through.Paraguay drops deep earlyFrance has dominated possession in the first eight minutes and is living inside Paraguay's half – but are yet to find a clear chance at goal.France vs Paraguay underway in Philadelphia!After lengthy pregame ceremonies, France and Paraguay have kicked off at Lincoln Financial Field.What time is France game vs Paraguay?The matchup kicks off at 5:00 PM ET.France lineup todayGK: Mike MaignanDF: Jules KoundeDF: William SalibaDF: Dayot UpamecanoDF: Lucas DigneMF: Manu KoneMF: Adrien RabiotFW: Ousmane DembeleFW: Michael OliseFW: Bradley BarcolaFW: Kylian MbappeParaguay lineup todayGoalkeeper: Orlando Gill Defense: Juan Jose Caceres, Gustavo Gomez, Omar Alderete, Junior Alonso and Gustavo VelazquezMidfield: Miguel Almiron, Andres Cubas, Matias Galarza and Diego GomezForward: Julio EncisoWhere is France vs Paraguay game?The round of 16 match is being held at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia.Idina Menzel performs national anthem pregame"Frozen" star Idina Menzel sang the American national anthem during pregame ceremonies celebrating America's 250th birthday.Paraguay vs France predictionSeth Vertelney: Paraguay 0-3 FranceParaguay has really found its groove after getting battered by the U.S. to open the tournament. But this France side looks almost unstoppable right now, meaning this game could go like the U.S. match for Paraguay.Jon Arnold: Paraguay 0-2 FranceParaguay can muck up a game and defend - as they showed in tripping up Germany to get to this stage. But France's attack is simply at a different level.Jesse Yomtov: Paraguay 0 - 3 FranceKylian Mbappe and Co. against the team that gave up four aganst the USMNT? France should pick the Paraguayans apart.Victoria Hernandez: Paraguay 0 - 3 FranceThe France train keeps chugging along without a hitch!Philadelphia weather brutal for World CupLess than two hours before kickoff at Lincoln Financial Field and it's 98 degrees in Philadelphia, which could make for one of the more challenging games in this tournament.Both teams addressed the heatwave before the game, with France manager Didier Deschamps acknowledging that "it's not ideal."World Cup trophy in PhiladelphiaBoth Paraguay and France are four wins away from winning the 2026 World Cup. The trophy that they hope to hoist on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey has made a trip to Philadelphia and is on Fox's TV set in front of Independence Hall down in Old City. What time is France playing Pacific Time?France's round of 16 match against Paraguay kicks off at 2 p.m. Pacific Time.Why is Tchouameni not playing for France? Injury updateFrance midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni won't play Saturday's World Cup last-16 clash against Paraguay with a thigh injury, French daily L'Equipe reported on Friday.The 26-year-old Real Madrid man started three of France's four matches at the tournament and is expected to be replaced by Manu Kone.Has France won the World Cup?France has won the FIFA World Cup twice: 1998 and 2018.What team does Michael Olise play for?Michael Olise plays his club ball for German giant Bayern Munich.Born in England, the 24-year-old joined Bayern Munich in 2024 from Premier League side Crystal Palace.Paraguay vs France oddsHas Paraguay won the World Cup?Making its ninth appearance in the World Cup, Paraguay has never won the tournament and its best-ever finish was the quarterfinals in 2010. The country was one of the 16 sides in the inaugural 1930 World Cup.How many World Cup goals does Mbappe have?France's Kylian Mbappe has scored 18 career World Cup goals entering the round of 16, two behind Lionel Messi for the all-time lead.How old is Kylian Mbappe?France's Kylian Mbappe is 27 years old and made his World Cup debut as a teenager in 2018, leading Les Bleus to their second championship.How many assists does Michael Olise have?France's Michael Olise has six assists through four matches at this World Cup, the first major international tournament for the 24-year-old Bayern Munich star who made his national team debut in 2024.Jameis Winston starts chant at Independence HallWith Fox sending its in-studio show to Philadelphia for Saturday's France-Paraguay match, NFL quarterback and Fox correspondent Jameis Winston is in the City of Brotherly Love as well. Standing in front of Independence Hall, Winston got fans to sing Happy Birthday to America while holding a birthday cake. Doesn't get more patriotic than this! World Cup bracketExplore the updated bracket with USA TODAY Sports here.What team does Kylian Mbappe play for?France's Kylian Mbappe plays his club soccer for Real Madrid and just finished his second full season with the team after a move from Paris Saint-Germain.When is the World Cup final?The 2026 FIFA World Cup final is scheduled for July 19 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J.FIFA World Cup games in PhiladelphiaJune 14 (Group E): Ivory Coast 1, Ecuador 0June 19 (Group C): Brazil 3, Haiti 0June 22 (Group I): France 3, Iraq 0June 25 (Group E): Ivory Coast 2, Curaçao 0June 27 (Group L): Croatia 2, Ghana 1Saturday, July 4 (round of 16): France vs. Paraguay