The France national football team qualified on Saturday for the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup, beating Paraguay 1-0 in a match marked by numerous fouls and controversial refereeing decisions.

What happened ?

The match was marked by numerous fouls and controversial refereeing decisions. Tony Chapron, former international referee, called the refereeing a 'catastrophe'.

Why is this important for France ?

The win propels France into the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup, but Tony Chapron's reactions highlight the refereeing problems in this match.

What comes next for the France team ?

France will face Turkey on September 25, 2026, in their next match. | Date | Opponent | Location | | --- | --- | --- | | 2026-09-25 | Turkey | Away | The France team is currently on a 5-game winning streak, with a record of 5W-0D-0L in their last 5 matches. Their last win was on July 4, 2026, with a score of 1-0 against Paraguay.

Reactions from players and coaches

Tony Chapron also criticized the behavior of the Paraguayan players, calling them 'thugs' and 'cheaters'. The French players, on the other hand, are celebrating their qualification for the quarterfinals. And French fans can be proud of their team, which showed great determination and a solid defense in this difficult match. So will France continue their streak and reach the semifinals of the 2026 World Cup? Only time will tell.