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While You Were Sleeping
Stunning goal propels Spain
For most of Spain’s semifinal match with the Netherlands, there was simply frustration. They didn’t score until the 81st minute, then saw a 1-0 lead evaporate 10 minutes later. But in extra time, 19-year-old Salma Paralluelo sprung free and did this:
WHAT A WAY TO SCORE YOUR FIRST FIFA WOMEN’S WORLD CUP GOAL, SALMA PARALLUELO 🇪🇸 pic.twitter.com/1DI0Vtszxi
— FOX Soccer (@FOXSoccer) August 11, 2023
Whew. Talk about putting a defender on skates. Spain is through to the semifinals, and the Dutch head home, just hours after trash talking USWNT.
Also: Spain’s semifinal will be against Sweden, who just beat Japan early this morning. Full coverage here.
Bad Bets
Phil Mickelson’s plight
Prior to yesterday, Phil Mickelson’s gambling issues were no secret. He’s been open about his addiction and the struggles that come with it. But we didn’t know (alleged) exact numbers and scenarios about his gambling until yesterday. And buddy, the numbers are astounding:
- In an excerpt from a forthcoming biography by professional gambler Billy…
