Paraguay-France: Mbappé penalty puts Les Bleus ahead in tense Round of 16 clash

France advanced to the World Cup quarterfinals this evening, defeating Paraguay one-nil in their Round of 16 match. According to France 24, Kylian Mbappé scored from the penalty to secure the victory in what was a tense and physical contest. Les Bleus' dominant group stage run has positioned them as genuine contenders, and today's win keeps their perfect record intact, moving them one step closer to another world championship.

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