The Paraguay national team faces a climate challenge in their match against France in the World Cup round of 16. The National Weather Service issued an alert for extreme weather conditions for the match to be played in Philadelphia.

What's happening with the weather?

The temperature will be around 40 degrees from the start of the match and will remain high throughout. In addition to the intense heat, there is a high probability of storms in the area, a scenario that could cause a delay in the start of the match.

What protocol will be followed?

In the event of playing under extreme temperatures, the protocol includes hydration breaks to protect the health of the players. The match is still scheduled to start at 17:00 Eastern United States time.

What's next for the winner?

The winner of this match will face the winner of the match between Canada and Morocco, which will determine the next opponent in the fight for the semifinals. The Paraguay national team is looking for a ticket to the quarterfinals after their last win against Mexico on November 19, 2025. | Date | Result | | --- | --- | | November 19, 2025 | Mexico 1-2 Paraguay | | Last 5 games | 2W-0D-3L (WWLLL) | Heading into the match against France, the Paraguay national team has a streak of 2 consecutive wins.