World Cup Quick Hits: England Defender Banned, Mbappé Scores After Penalty Miss, Pulisic Injured

In World Cup news, England defender Jarell Quansah has been handed a two-match suspension by FIFA for a reckless sliding tackle during the round of 16 match against Mexico. The tackle, deemed serious foul play, will see Quansah miss England's quarterfinal game and potentially the semifinals if his team advances. This decision comes amid increased scrutiny of red card punishments in the tournament.

Meanwhile, French superstar Kylian Mbappé experienced a mixed outing in France's quarterfinal against Morocco. After missing a first-half penalty, which was saved by Moroccan goalkeeper Yassine Bounou, Mbappé later redeemed himself by scoring a vital goal. This performance places him in contention for the Golden Boot, sharing the lead with Lionel Messi in goals scored.

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FIFA confirmed the two-match suspension for serious foul play.

Adding to the tournament's injury concerns, USA player Christian Pulisic suffered a fractured leg during his team's defeat to Belgium. News of the injury, a bone bruise and microfracture, casts a shadow over his World Cup participation and adds to the list of key players facing physical setbacks.

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Morocco goalkeeper Yassine Bounou saved a first-half penalty from Kylian Mbappé, and, in truth, it wasn't that hard a task.