France edged Paraguay 1-0 to reach the World Cup quarterfinals, with a narrow victory sending Les Bleus into the last eight.
Didier Deschamps’ squad prioritized defensive solidity after group-stage inconsistencies. The single goal sufficed against a Paraguay team that defended resolutely throughout the knockout match.
France won the 2018 World Cup and reached the 2022 final, maintaining expectations as perennial contenders. Squad depth across midfield and attack gives them multiple tactical options.
Quarterfinal opponents will test whether France can rediscover the scoring form expected of a title favorite.
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