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Kylian Mbappé has a goal and an assist as France beats Morocco 2-0 in the World Cup quarterfinals
By Kyle Hightower, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 9, 2026
· 3 min read
Kylian Mbappé had a goal and an assist after missing a first-half penalty kick, Ousmane Dembélé also scored and France beat Morocco 2-0 Thursday in the World Cup quarterfinals.Mbappé's goal in the 60th minute was the 20th of his World Cup career and came in his 20th match at the tournament, movin...
Key takeaway Mbappé's goal in the 60th minute was the 20th of his World Cup career and came in his 20th match at the tournament, moving him one behind Argentina captain Lionel Messi.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
With France advancing to the semifinals, San Antonio soccer fans will be eagerly awaiting their next match, which will be held in Dallas on Tuesday. This proximity will likely draw a significant number of local fans to the game, providing an economic boost to the North Texas region. The fact that France will face either Spain or Belgium in the semifinals adds an extra layer of excitement, as both teams have a strong following in the San Antonio area. As the city's own soccer community continues to grow, high-profile matches like this one can help to increase interest and participation in the sport locally. San Antonio's diverse population, with strong Hispanic and European influences, may also be particularly invested in the outcome of this match, given the international flair of the competing teams.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Kylian Mbappé had a goal and an assist after missing a first-half penalty kick, Ousmane Dembélé also scored and France beat Morocco 2-0 Thursday in the World Cup quarterfinals.Mbappé's goal in the 60th minute was the 20th of his World Cup career and came in his 20th match at the tournament, movin...
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