France prepares for Paraguay match amid extreme heat warning at World Cup

France head coach Didier Deschamps said his team is preparing for the impact of extreme heat ahead of Saturday's World Cup round-of-16 match against Paraguay. Speaking before the game, Deschamps said the players would be able to adapt to the hot conditions. France reached the knockout stage after finishing top of its group. The match is scheduled to be played under strong sun, and the coaching staff has been working on measures including water breaks and squad rotation to manage the conditions. Deschamps said the team's physical conditioning is strong and noted that the players have previously competed in similar conditions. The fixture falls during one of the hottest periods of the tournament, and France is aiming to advance despite the challenging weather.