World Cup what to know: France takes center stage in Philly heat as Round of 16 begins
Summary
The World Cup Round of 16 has started, with France playing Paraguay in Philadelphia and Canada facing Morocco in Houston. The matches are taking place amid very hot weather in some locations, including a heat wave in Philadelphia with temperatures over 100 degrees Fahrenheit.Key Facts
- The Round of 16 is the second knockout stage in the World Cup.
- France's star player Kylian Mbappé is competing and chasing the World Cup career goals record.
- The France vs. Paraguay match is in Philadelphia, where a heat wave is causing temperatures over 100°F (38°C).
- More than 68,000 fans will watch the Philadelphia match in very hot conditions.
- Cooling measures for fans in Philadelphia include misting fans and tents, and fans can bring one water bottle.
- The Canada vs. Morocco game is in Houston, where the stadium has a closed roof to protect from heat.
- The article lists the full schedule for the Round of 16 matches from July 4 to July 7, including teams and locations.
- Matches are broadcast on Fox, Telemundo, and Peacock.
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