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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 KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 9, 2026
· 4 min read
Kylian Mbappé spread his arms out wide and spun around after scoring his eighth goal of this year’s World Cup. He later gave the jubilant France fans dotted around the stadium a wave when he left the game because of an injury scare.Les Bleus, with a star striker who said he's fine despite a right...
Key takeaway Les Bleus, with a star striker who said he's fine despite a right ankle issue, are headed back to the semifinals for the third straight World Cup tournament.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
The World Cup quarterfinals match between France and Morocco has significant implications for local soccer fans in Piney Point Village , particularly with France advancing to the semifinals in Dallas on Tuesday. As the city's residents prepare to potentially host France, they can expect an influx of international visitors and soccer enthusiasts, which may impact local businesses and transportation. The fact that France will face either Spain or Belgium in the semifinals adds to the excitement, as these teams have a strong following in the Houston area. With France's rich soccer history and its potential to become the third nation to play in the final of three consecutive World Cups, the energy in Dallas is likely to be electric, and Piney Point Village residents may find themselves caught up in the fervor, whether they attend the match or follow it from home.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Kylian Mbappé spread his arms out wide and spun around after scoring his eighth goal of this year’s World Cup. He later gave the jubilant France fans dotted around the stadium a wave when he left the game because of an injury scare.Les Bleus, with a star striker who said he's fine despite a right...
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