Paraguay vs France will be played on Saturday, July 4, 2026, not July 5 in the United States. The Round of 16 match starts at 5:00 p.m. ET in Philadelphia, as reported by the Baltimore Chronicle.
The date may appear as July 5 on European schedules because of the time difference. American viewers will see the game during Independence Day celebrations.
What Time Does Paraguay vs France Start in the USA?
Kickoff is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time at Philadelphia Stadium. The match begins earlier across western states.
| US time zone | Kickoff time | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Time | 5:00 p.m. | July 4 |
| Central Time | 4:00 p.m. | July 4 |
| Mountain Time | 3:00 p.m. | July 4 |
| Pacific Time | 2:00 p.m. | July 4 |
| Alaska Time | 1:00 p.m. | July 4 |
| Hawaii Time | 11:00 a.m. | July 4 |
FOX lists Paraguay vs France kickoff time as 5:00 p.m. ET. Philadelphia hosts the final Round of 16 fixture that day.
Where to Watch Paraguay vs France Live in the USA
US viewers have legal English and Spanish broadcasting options:
- FOX — English-language television coverage.
- FOX One — live English-language streaming.
- FOX Sports — access through supported television providers.
- Peacock — live Spanish-language stream.
- Telemundo — Spanish-language television coverage.
FOX confirms that every tournament match is available through FOX or FS1. Games also stream through FOX One and FOX Sports services.
Peacock carries all 104 World Cup matches live in Spanish. Telemundo and Universo provide additional Spanish-language television coverage.
Why Paraguay vs France Is a Key Round of 16 Match
Paraguay reached this stage after eliminating Germany on penalties. France advanced with a commanding 3-0 victory over Sweden.
France enters the game with four consecutive tournament victories. Paraguay has relied on compact defending and disciplined transitions throughout its campaign.
The winner advances directly to the World Cup quarterfinals. Extra time and penalties will decide the match if scores remain level.
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