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France forward Ousmane Dembélé scores a first-half World Cup hat trick in 4-1 win over Norway
By Kyle Hightower, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 26, 2026
· 4 min read
Not so fast, Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé. Ousmane Dembélé has just entered the Golden Boot race.Dembélé scored a first-half hat trick, including one off a feed from Mbappé, to help France beat Norway 4-1 at the World Cup on Friday.Dembélé's goals came in the seventh, 20th and 32nd minutes. It ...
Key takeaway Dembélé scored a first-half hat trick, including one off a feed from Mbappé, to help France beat Norway 4-1 at the World Cup on Friday.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
For Houstonians with ties to the international community, Ousmane Dembélé's impressive hat trick is a thrilling development in the World Cup. As home to a diverse population with roots in many countries, including France and Norway, the city's residents are likely to have a strong interest in the tournament's outcome. The performance of Dembélé and other players may spark lively discussions in local cafes and restaurants, particularly in areas with a high concentration of European expatriates. With the World Cup capturing the attention of soccer fans worldwide, Piney Point Village residents may find themselves drawn into the excitement, whether through watching matches with friends and family or following the tournament's progress online. As the competition heats up, local gatherings and viewing parties may become more frequent, fostering a sense of community among fans cheering on their favorite teams.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Not so fast, Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé. Ousmane Dembélé has just entered the Golden Boot race.Dembélé scored a first-half hat trick, including one off a feed from Mbappé, to help France beat Norway 4-1 at the World Cup on Friday.Dembélé's goals came in the seventh, 20th and 32nd minutes. It ...
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