France defeated Paraguay 1-0 in a bad-tempered World Cup match, with Kylian Mbappe scoring a penalty to secure a quarter-final berth. Paraguay faced criticism for rough tactics, including scuffing the penalty spot and unpunished fouls.
Thomas Tuchel says England are focused on writing their own chapter, not seeking revenge, ahead of a match against Mexico. Jordan Henderson called the fixture 'as big as it gets.' Tuchel also denied reports linking him to viagra.
World Cup favourites France secured a quarter-final berth with a 1-0 win over Paraguay in Philadelphia, thanks to Kylian Mbappe's second-half penalty.
BBC Sport pundits Thomas Hitzlsperger, Joe Hart and Micah Richards believe Mexico's playing style could help bring out the best in Thomas Tuchel's England side at the World Cup.
BBC pundits Thomas Hitzlsperger, Joe Hart and Micah Richards criticised Paraguay's approach against France at the 2026 World Cup, calling it 'disgusting' and 'way too far'.
Kylian Mbappe converted a penalty to put France ahead against Paraguay, sending the goalkeeper the wrong way for his seventh goal of the 2026 World Cup.
Reece James missed England's final training before the World Cup last-16 tie against Mexico due to a hamstring injury, but Jarell Quansah has returned to full training and is available for selection.
Morocco extended their unbeaten run to 34 matches with a gritty 3-0 win over Canada, advancing to a second consecutive World Cup quarter-final. Despite a slow start and few chances, the Atlas Lions showed resilience and are now serious contenders to repeat or surpass their historic 2022 semi-final run.
Morocco's Azzedine Ounahi scored his first World Cup goal in the 2026 tournament, assisted by Achraf Hakimi.
Altitude, weather, and fans could create difficulties for the England team when they face Mexico.
