France vs Paraguay team news

As expected, Paraguay have named a defence-first lineup, keeping a back five to frustrate France. Having already beaten Germany on penalties in the previous round, Gustavo Gomez’s side will be hoping another disciplined performance can keep their World Cup dream alive and set up a quarter-final clash against Morocco.

Paraguay XI: Orlando Gil; Juan Jose Caceres, Gustavo Gomez (captain), Gustavo Velazquez, Omar Alderete, Junior Alonso; Miguel Almiron, Diego Gomez, Andres Cubas, Matias Galarza; Julio Enciso.