Saturday, July 4, 2026
Kickoff 5:00 PM ET (4:00 PM CT) at NRG Stadium, Houston
Paraguay vs France - Saturday, July 4, 2026 - World Cup 2026 Match 89
Sat, Jul 4
Date
5:00 PM
Kickoff (ET)
Round of 16
Round
#89
Match
Where to watch Paraguay vs France
All countries →Official rights-holders by country. Streaming-only services and free-to-air channels are tagged.
- FOX(TV, English, FOX + FS1)
- Telemundo(TV, Spanish, Telemundo + Universo)
- Peacock(stream, Spanish, all 104 matches)
- FOX Sports App(stream, English, FOX live stream)
- BBC(TV, Free-to-air, BBC One/Two)
- BBC iPlayer(stream, Free)
- ITV(TV, Free-to-air, ITV1)
- ITVX(stream, Free)
- SBS(TV, Free-to-air)
- SBS On Demand(stream, Free)
- TF1(TV, Free-to-air)
- beIN Sports(TV, Premium)
- La 1 (RTVE)(TV, Free-to-air)
- RTVE Play(stream, Free)
- TV Pública(TV, Free-to-air)
- DSports(TV, Premium)
- Telefe(TV, Selected matches)
- KBS / MBC / SBS(TV, Pool coverage)
- Coupang Play(stream, Streaming)
Rights and channel assignments verified ahead of the tournament. Live channel for FOX (US English) and Telemundo (US Spanish) splits between primary and secondary networks per match . check the rights-holder's schedule on match day for the exact channel.
Match-day essentials - NRG Stadium
Gates open
Gates typically open 90 minutes before kickoff for FIFA World Cup matches. Confirm exact times on the FIFA app once your tickets appear.
Bag policy
Clear bag only - max 12"×6"×12". One small clutch (4.5"×6.5") allowed.
Tickets
Mobile-only via the FIFA app. Save your ticket offline before leaving for the stadium and bring government photo ID matching your FIFA ID account.
Cash or card
Cashless. Cards and mobile pay only.
Best way to get there
METRORail Red Line (recommended)
Direct from downtown Houston to Stadium Park Station - 20 min, $1.25. Stadium is a 10-min walk from the station.
When to arrive
Arrive 90-120 min early. Houston heat in June/July is brutal (90-95°F) - hydrate and minimize outdoor wait. Stadium has retractable roof.
Venue
Houston, Texas - 72,220 capacity - Retractable roof
NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas was the first NFL stadium built with a retractable roof, setting the template for modern enclosed NFL venues. Houston - home to the largest concentration of international residents in the USA - will be one of the most cosmopolitan crowds at the 2026 World Cup.
Address
1 NRG Pkwy, Houston, TX 77054, USA
About This Match
Paraguay face France in the Round of 16 on Saturday, July 4, 2026. Paraguay are ranked #40 in the world and managed by Gustavo Alfaro; France sit at #3 under Didier Deschamps. The match kicks off at 16:00 local time at NRG Stadium in Houston.
Paraguay
Paraguay bring a proud World Cup tradition to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, having reached the quarter-finals at South Africa 2010 where they were only eliminated by Spain. Newcastle United's Miguel Almirón, one of the Premier League's most popular midfielders, provides star quality, while the creative Julio Enciso adds dynamism. Under veteran CONMEBOL coach Gustavo Alfaro, Los Guaraníes are a disciplined, hard-working side that will be competitive in Group D against the United States, Australia, and Turkey. Paraguay's ability to organise defensively and strike on the counter-attack makes them dangerous opponents for any side.
Read Paraguay preview →France
France enter the 2026 FIFA World Cup as two-time champions and one of the heaviest favourites, led by arguably the world's best player in Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappé. Les Bleus have been extraordinarily consistent under Didier Deschamps - World Cup champions in 2018, runners-up in 2022 - and their squad depth is exceptional, combining experienced players like Antoine Griezmann with an extraordinary young talent pipeline. Group I alongside Senegal, Norway, and Iraq looks very manageable for France, who will be expected to reach the late stages of the tournament. The question for 2026 is not whether France will win games, but whether they can finally put together a complete tournament performance to claim a third World Cup title.
Read France preview →Recent Form
Last results for Paraguay and France in pre-tournament friendlies. Updated through the FIFA window.
Paraguay
W- Jun 5vs Nicaragua4-0
France
WL- Jun 8vs Northern Ireland3-1
- Jun 4vs Ivory Coast1-2
Where to Watch Paraguay vs France
FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcasters by region. All host-country networks carry every match. Streaming apps are typically gated by region or by a paid subscription.
United States
FOX (English), Telemundo (Spanish)
FOX Sports app, Peacock
Canada
TSN, CTV, ICI Tou.tv (French)
TSN+, Crave
Mexico
TUDN, Canal 5, TV Azteca
ViX, TUDN app
United Kingdom
BBC One, ITV1
BBC iPlayer, ITVX
Australia
Optus Sport
Optus Sport app
Verify the exact channel on your provider's guide. Channels can shift between siblings (e.g. FOX → FS1) match by match.
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Paraguay vs France - FAQ
When is Paraguay vs France in the 2026 World Cup?+
Paraguay vs France is on Saturday, July 4, 2026 with kickoff at 16:00 local time at NRG Stadium in Houston.
Where is Paraguay vs France being played?+
The match is at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas. Capacity 72,220, Retractable roof.
What round is Paraguay vs France?+
It's a Round of 16 match - match number 89 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
How do I get to NRG Stadium for Paraguay vs France?+
METRORail Red Line (recommended): Direct from downtown Houston to Stadium Park Station - 20 min, $1.25. Stadium is a 10-min walk from the station.
What time should I arrive at NRG Stadium?+
Arrive 90-120 min early. Houston heat in June/July is brutal (90-95°F) - hydrate and minimize outdoor wait. Stadium has retractable roof.
What is Paraguay's FIFA ranking heading into the World Cup?+
Paraguay is ranked #40 in the FIFA World Rankings, managed by Gustavo Alfaro. Their best World Cup result is Quarterfinal.
What is France's FIFA ranking heading into the World Cup?+
France is ranked #3 in the FIFA World Rankings, managed by Didier Deschamps. Their best World Cup result is Champion and they have won the World Cup 2 times.