Mbappe’s Seventh World Cup Goal Sends France Past Paraguay

Kylian Mbappé delivered the match‑winning moment for France against Paraguay, completing his seventh World Cup goal by converting a penalty in the second half. The French side dominated possession in the first period but struggled to breach Paraguay’s organized defence. After a series of missed chances, the penalty was awarded for a handball‑type foul on Desiree Dou. Mbappé’s calm finish gave Les Bleus a 1‑0 cushion they maintained until the final whistle. The result also made Mbappé the first player to score in the round‑of‑16 of three consecutive World Cups.