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Mbappé scores twice to tie Messi for World Cup lead with 6 goals, France beats Sweden 3-0
By Ronald Blum, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 30, 2026
· 4 min read
Kylian Mbappé and France are sizzling — and not just because of MetLife Stadium's broiling conditions.Mbappé had his third two-goal game of this World Cup and set a career scoring record for the tournament's knockout rounds, leading Les Bleus over Sweden 3-0 on Tuesday to set up a round of 16 mat...
Key takeaway Mbappé had his third two-goal game of this World Cup and set a career scoring record for the tournament's knockout rounds, leading Les Bleus over Sweden 3-0 on Tuesday to set up a round of 16 match against Paraguay.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
For Piney Point Village residents who follow international soccer, the World Cup matchup between France and Sweden may have been a thrilling watch, especially with Kylian Mbappé's impressive performance. As locals gather to watch the games at community spots, the excitement of the tournament can be felt throughout the village. With France moving on to play Paraguay on July 4, fans in the area may be looking for ways to catch the game, whether at a local sports bar or with friends and family. The village's strong sense of community may also lead to informal watch parties and gatherings, where residents can come together to cheer on their favorite teams. As the tournament progresses, it will be interesting to see how locals in Piney Point Village react to the games and if any community events are planned around the World Cup.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Kylian Mbappé and France are sizzling — and not just because of MetLife Stadium's broiling conditions.Mbappé had his third two-goal game of this World Cup and set a career scoring record for the tournament's knockout rounds, leading Les Bleus over Sweden 3-0 on Tuesday to set up a round of 16 mat...
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