Paraguay HubTchouaméni's Injury
The French national team will face Paraguay in the 2026 World Cup without Aurélien Tchouaméni, who suffered a muscle injury in his thigh. The 26-year-old Real Madrid midfielder had been an important piece for Didier Deschamps during the championship.
Impact on the Team
Tchouaméni's absence is a blow to France, which seeks to advance in the tournament. Manu Koné will occupy his place in the starting lineup, according to reports.
The Match Against Paraguay
The match against Paraguay will be played this Saturday in Philadelphia. The current world runner-up comes to this round after completing a perfect group stage.
| Date | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-19 | Mexico - Paraguay | 1-2 |
Paraguay seeks to capitalize on this opportunity to advance in the tournament, after their last win against Mexico. The Paraguayan national team has a recent record of 2W-0D-3L, with two consecutive wins.
