Mbappe penalty steers France to World Cup round of 16 with win over Paraguay
France secured a 1-0 victory over Paraguay in the World Cup round of 16 thanks to a penalty kick by Kylian Mbappe. The match was characterized by intense physical play and difficult weather conditions.
Why it matters
The result determines the bracket for the upcoming World Cup quarter-finals, impacting the tournament trajectory for major national teams.
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