SportsPublished: 5 July 2026 at 06:36

France beats Paraguay 1-0 with Mbappé penalty; French fans in Philly react

France defeated Paraguay 1-0 in a tense World Cup Round of 16 match on Saturday, with Kylian Mbappé converting a penalty to break the deadlock. French fans in Philadelphia shared their thoughts on the hard-fought victory.

France advances in tight match

France secured a 1-0 victory over Paraguay in the World Cup Round of 16 on Saturday, a match characterized by frustration and tension. Les Bleus controlled large stretches of the game but struggled to find the back of the net until Kylian Mbappé converted a penalty kick to finally break through.

Fans in Philly weigh in

French fans gathered in Philadelphia to watch the match and reacted to the narrow victory. While pleased with the win, they acknowledged the team's difficulty in finishing chances and the overall tense atmosphere of the game.

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