Kylian Mbappé addresses missed penalty as France advances

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Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Kylian Mbappé addresses missed penalty as France advances
Summary

Kylian Mbappé took responsibility for his missed penalty kick during France's 2-0 victory over Morocco in the World Cup quarter-finals on July 9, 2026. He explained that confusion regarding the penalty decision led to a distracted shot. Despite the miss, France secured their place in the semifinals, with Mbappé acknowledging his mistake and remaining focused on the upcoming match.

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  • Mbappé missed a penalty in the quarter-final against Morocco.
  • France won the match 2-0 and advanced to the semifinals.
  • The missed penalty did not impact France's victory.
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No harm done after PK miss by France star Kylian Mbappé.

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