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Kylian Mbappé scores again and France reaches World Cup quarterfinals with 1-0 win over Paraguay
By Associated Press at KGNS — Sitewide
· July 5, 2026
· 4 min read
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Kylian Mbappé laughed and smiled — and scored, of course — when Paraguay tried to bait him and his French teammates into fouls and provoke fights, as hot heads became a recurring theme during one of the steamiest World Cup games on record.After the final whistle, Mbappé kept o...
Key takeaway Mbappé got the last laugh as he scored his 19th career World Cup goal, and France survived stifling heat to beat Paraguay 1-0 on Saturday, sending Les Bleus into the quarterfinals for the fourth straight time.
Why this matters in Laredo News
The World Cup match between France and Paraguay may seem like a distant event to Laredo residents, but the extreme heat warning in effect during the game resonates with our own community's experience with scorching summers. As temperatures in Philadelphia hovered around 100 degrees Fahrenheit, it's a reminder that our own city often faces similar conditions, posing challenges for outdoor events and public safety. The fact that the French team was able to persevere and secure a win despite the heat is a testament to their endurance, and it's a quality that Laredo's own athletes and residents can appreciate. As we follow the progress of the World Cup, we can draw parallels between the physical and mental toughness required to compete at the highest level and the everyday resilience of our community in the face of extreme weather conditions.
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Published: July 5, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Sitewide ·
Reading time: 4 min
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