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Julián Álvarez called it a huge release of emotions, and honestly, Argentina fans felt every bit of that. His first World Cup goal powered the Albiceleste past Switzerland three goals to one in the quarterfinals, setting up a semifinal date with England. The Swiss were reduced to ten men after a controversial VAR-reviewed red card for Breel Embolo, a decision that left their coach Murat Yakin furious, calling it a rule that destroyed his team's game.
Across the sport, a very different kind of heartbreak unfolded in Las Vegas. Conor McGregor's long-awaited UFC three twenty nine comeback lasted just sixty-nine seconds before a brutal leg injury ended his rematch with Max Holloway. The former two-division champion went down on his own attack, suffering what appeared to be a repeat of the injury that sidelined him years ago. McGregor released a statement saying he entered the fight completely healthy and described himself as, quote, beyond dark.
While McGregor grabbed the attention, it was Paddy Pimblett who grabbed the moment, finishing his opponent with a quick submission and reminding the octagon exactly who the future looks like.
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