Paraguay-France kick-off faces late delay due to weather conditions, FIFA warns
Weather conditions threaten to delay the start of the World Cup knockout match between Paraguay and France.
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The brief
The World Cup last 16 match between Paraguay and France faces a potential disruption to its start time. A warning from FIFA indicates that weather conditions may cause a late delay to the kick-off. Coverage from The New York Times and BBC News is providing live updates on the situation.
Goal.com reported that the delay is specifically due to weather conditions. The Guardian and Politico have also published articles related to the match and its surrounding context. Followers of the match are advised to monitor live streams and commentary for the latest schedule changes.
Coverage does not yet specify the length of the potential delay or the exact nature of the weather threat.
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Quick answers
Why is the kick-off delayed?
Coverage cites weather conditions as the reason for the potential delay.
What stage of the World Cup is this?
The match is part of the last 16 or knockout round.
Which organizations issued the warning?
Coverage notes a warning regarding the delay came from FIFA.
Coverage (5)
- Paraguay vs France live updates: World Cup knockout game latest as weather threatens kick-off The New York Times · 112d ago
- Paraguay vs France LIVE: Watch FIFA World Cup last 16 TV stream, score, commentary & updates BBC · 112d ago
- The most superstitious man in Paraguayan politics Politico · 112d ago
- Paraguay v France: World Cup last 16 The Guardian · 112d ago
- Paraguay-France kick-off faces late delay due to weather conditions, FIFA warns Goal.com · 112d ago
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