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Mbappé Penalty Sends France to Quarters

Mbappé converted a VAR-awarded penalty goal, securing France's passage to the quarterfinals despite Paraguay's resilient 70-minute defense.

France advanced to the quarterfinals thanks to a penalty goal from Mbappé, which was instigated by a VAR review. The match proved challenging as Paraguay's well-organized defense frustrated what had been the best attacking team in the World Cup until then. France struggled against Paraguay's stubborn resistance, which was consistent with how the team typically performs when feeling competitive in major tournaments.

In the quarterfinals, France will face Morocco in what is anticipated to be one of the most compelling matches of the tournament, featuring teams known for their attractive gameplay and significant social implications. esporist.org