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France forward Ousmane Dembélé scores a first-half World Cup hat trick in 4-1 win over Norway
By Kyle Hightower, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 26, 2026
· 4 min read
Not so fast, Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé. Ousmane Dembélé has just entered the Golden Boot race.Dembélé scored a first-half hat trick, including one off a feed from Mbappé, to help France beat Norway 4-1 at the World Cup on Friday.Dembélé's goals came in the seventh, 20th and 32nd minutes. It ...
Key takeaway Dembélé scored a first-half hat trick, including one off a feed from Mbappé, to help France beat Norway 4-1 at the World Cup on Friday.
Why this matters in The Pearland
For Pearland residents who follow international soccer, Ousmane Dembélé's impressive hat trick in the World Cup may spark interest in local soccer leagues and programs. Brazoria County has a growing soccer community, with several clubs and organizations offering training and competition for players of all ages. As the World Cup continues to captivate audiences worldwide, it may inspire young players in Pearland to strive for similar success on the field. The city's parks and recreation department may see an increase in demand for soccer facilities and programs, potentially leading to new investments in local soccer infrastructure. Additionally, the diverse population of Pearland, with its strong international ties, may find special interest in the World Cup, particularly in the performances of players like Dembélé, who are making a name for themselves on the global stage.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Not so fast, Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé. Ousmane Dembélé has just entered the Golden Boot race.Dembélé scored a first-half hat trick, including one off a feed from Mbappé, to help France beat Norway 4-1 at the World Cup on Friday.Dembélé's goals came in the seventh, 20th and 32nd minutes. It ...
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