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Defending champions France through to semifinals NHK

Defending champions France advanced to the semifinals of the men's FIFA World Cup with a thrilling 2-1 win over England on Saturday.

France took the lead in the 17th minute at Al Bayt Stadium on a low shot by Aurelien Tchouameni.
England equalized in the 54th when captain Harry Kane converted a penalty.

With time winding down, Olivier Giroud's header in the 78th minute restored the lead for France.
England was again awarded a penalty 6 minutes later, but this time, Kane's attempt sailed over the crossbar.

France will next face Morocco in the semi-finals.

France's Kylian Mbappe leads the tournament with 5 goals.
Lionel Messi and Olivier Giroud are tied at 4.
Summary
France beat England 2-1 in the FIFA World Cup quarterfinals, advancing to the semis. Aurelien Tchouameni scored for France, Harry Kane equalized for England on a penalty, and Olivier Giroud restored the lead. Mbappe leads the tournament with 5 goals; Messi and Giroud have 4 each. France will play
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20221211_09/

Date: Dec. 11, 2022

Created: 2022/12/11 19:17

Updated: 2025/12/09 10:33

Last Read: 2022/12/11 19:20