France defeated Paraguay 1-0, advancing to quarterfinals
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Kylian Mbappé scored a penalty in the 70th minute to lead France to a one-nil victory over Paraguay, securing their spot in the World Cup quarterfinals. This goal marked Mbappé's seventh of the tournament and his nineteenth career World Cup goal, bringing him level with Lionel Messi in the Golden Boot race. France will face Morocco in the quarterfinals after Morocco defeated Canada three-nil, with Azzedine Ounahi scoring twice and Soufiane Rahimi adding a late goal. Paraguay's World Cup journey ended with this loss, having previously upset Germany in the Round of 32. The match was characterized by Paraguay's defensive tactics, which frustrated France for much of the game. After the match, Mbappé commented on Paraguay's physical play, stating, "If we have to get our hands dirty, we'll do it." The quarterfinal match between France and Morocco is set for Thursday, July 9, at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
WHO:
Kylian Mbappé
France
Paraguay
Morocco
Azzedine Ounahi
Soufiane Rahimi
WHAT:
France won one-nil against Paraguay
Kylian Mbappé scored a penalty in the 70th minute
France secured their spot in the World Cup quarterfinals
Morocco defeated Canada three-nil
Azzedine Ounahi scored twice
Soufiane Rahimi added a late goal
Paraguay's World Cup journey ended with this loss
WHERE:
Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts
WHEN:
Quarterfinal match is set for Thursday, July 9
WHY:
The victory allowed France to advance to the quarterfinals
Paraguay previously upset Germany in the Round of 32
HOW:
The match was characterized by Paraguay's defensive tactics
Mbappé commented on Paraguay's physical play, stating, "If we have to get our hands dirty, we'll do it."