Mbappe sends France to win over Paraguay and World Cup quarterfinals
France defeated Paraguay 1-0 in a 2026 FIFA World Cup round-of-16 match following a second-half penalty goal by Kylian Mbappe. The match was played under extreme heat conditions and featured physical play and post-match tension between players.
Why it matters
The result advances France to the quarterfinals of the World Cup, marking a significant moment in the tournament's progression.
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