Paraguay vs France World Cup match became a battle against Heat in Philadelphia

Fans and players endured scorching conditions as Paraguay took on France in what has become one of the hottest matches of the tournament so far. With temperatures reaching 37°C, as per ESPN UK, media captured the intensity with images of French stars, including Kylian Mbappé, desperately hydrating while support staff wiped away sweat. 

The extreme heat visibly affected the pace of play, forcing frequent water breaks and testing the endurance of both squads. European sides like France have faced particular challenges adapting to the humid summer heat in US venues during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. 

Paraguay vs France World Cup match became a battle against Heat in Philadelphia

Paraguay, more accustomed to warmer climates, appeared to hold their own in the opening stages despite the brutal conditions on the pitch. As the tournament progresses, organisers will be closely monitoring weather impacts on player safety and performance.

Meanwhile, France eliminated Paraguay, all thanks to Real Madrid superstar Mbappe for converting a penalty in the second half. The World Cup winners have now become the second team to reach the quarterfinals in this edition. They will face Morocco to eliminate co-hosts Canada, earlier. 

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