France show they can ditch flair and win a different way in World Cup quest

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France's national football team has progressed to the World Cup quarter-finals by defeating Paraguay, showing a pragmatic style that combines strong defensive effort with their traditional flair. Under coach Didier Deschamps, France has now advanced to the quarter-finals in four consecutive World Cups.

Tournament favourites France will go into their World Cup quarter-final against Morocco with their confidence further bolstered by the manner in which they saw off Paraguay on Saturday, as Didier Deschamps' team showed they are happy to "get their hands dirty" as well as play brilliant football.They have now reached the quarter-finals in four straight World Cups under Deschamps.