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The "dirty war" of Paraguay-France that infuriated Mbappé: "They thought we were going in tuxedo, but we also know how to get down to the mud"
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The "dirty war" of Paraguay-France that infuriated Mbappé: "They thought we were going in tuxedo, but we also know how to get down to the mud"

In a highly contentious World Cup match between France and Paraguay, French players accused their opponents of engaging in unsportsmanlike conduct, describing the game as a 'dirty war.' The match ended with a controversial penalty awarded to France, which Kylian Mbappé converted to secure the win. French players expressed frustration over perceived leniency by the referee toward Paraguay's physical play, including multiple fouls and aggressive actions such as elbowing and kicking. Mbappé and other French players emphasized that they were prepared to engage in similar tactics if necessary, highlighting their willingness to fight back against what they viewed as unfair treatment.

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The "dirty war" of Paraguay-France that infuriated Mbappé: "They thought we were going in tuxedo, but we also know how to get down to the mud"

In a highly contentious World Cup match between France and Paraguay, French players accused their opponents of engaging in unsportsmanlike conduct, describing the game as a 'dirty war.' The match ended with a controversial penalty awarded to France, which Kylian Mbappé converted to secure the win. French players expressed frustration over perceived leniency by the referee toward Paraguay's physical play, including multiple fouls and aggressive actions such as elbowing and kicking. Mbappé and other French players emphasized that they were prepared to engage in similar tactics if necessary, highlighting their willingness to fight back against what they viewed as unfair treatment.

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