Matías Galarza, France opponent, delivers angry performance

Paraguay faced France in the round‑of‑16, and midfielder Matías Galarza quickly became the focal point of the encounter. The Guaraní player engaged in numerous duels with the French stars, delivering hard tackles and heated exchanges that drew the referee’s attention.

After the match, Paraguay’s coach praised Galarza’s passion but noted the unsettled situation regarding his contract with River. Galarza’s intense showing has made him one of the most talked‑about and sought‑after figures of the tournament.