Kylian Mbappe produces moment of magic – but suffers blow that could define his Euro 2024
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Kylian Mbappe produces moment of magic – but suffers blow that could define his Euro 2024

The Independent  

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Kylian Mbappe cooks Sevilla with a golazo, silences critics with big performance in Real Madrid jersey
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Kylian Mbappe cooks Sevilla with a golazo, silences critics with big performance in Real Madrid jersey

Hindustan Times  

Kylian Mbappe silenced his critics with a stunning goal against Sevilla in the LaLiga match on Sunday night. Mbappe, who turned 26 on Friday, had one of the best games in Real Madrid jersey against Sevilla since his arrival at the club. Ahead of Sunday's clash, Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti said that Mbappe's adaption period is over, and his performance …

The curious case of Kylian Mbappe
4 weeks ago

The curious case of Kylian Mbappe

Hindustan Times  

What’s going wrong for Kylian Mbappe at Real Madrid? The French World Cup winner, long considered an exceptional talent destined to feature on the list of football’s greatest player’s, appears to have suddenly forgotten how to play the game. In fact, in the latest El Clasico — Madrid’s famed encounter with arch-rivals Barcelona — in October, Mbappe was caught offside …

Kylian Mbappe injury update: Real Madrid forward doubtful for FIFA Intercontinental Cup final
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Kylian Mbappe injury update: Real Madrid forward doubtful for FIFA Intercontinental Cup final

The Hindu  

Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe picked up an injury to his left thigh and looks doubtful for the FIFA Intercontinental Cup final scheduled for next week, the La Liga club announced on Thursday. The French player was replaced during the first half of Real Madrid’s 3-2 win at Atalanta in the Champions League on Tuesday, after giving his side the …

Champions League 2024-25: Why was Mbappe subbed off in Real Madrid’s match against Atalanta?
1 month ago

Champions League 2024-25: Why was Mbappe subbed off in Real Madrid’s match against Atalanta?

The Hindu  

Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe was substituted off in the first-half due to a suspected injury during a Champions League 2024-25 match against Atalanta at the Gewiss Stadium on Tuesday. Brazilian winger Vinicius Junior returned to the starting line-up after a hamstring injury kept the forward out of action for since late November. Other players who continue to be out for …

Kylian Mbappe 'issues dressing-room rallying cry after missing another penalty in Athletic Bilbao defeat as struggling Real Madrid star states that he wants to be the leader of the team'
1 month ago

Kylian Mbappe 'issues dressing-room rallying cry after missing another penalty in Athletic Bilbao defeat as struggling Real Madrid star states that he wants to be the leader of the team'

Daily Mail  

The Frenchman missed two penalties in defeats in the space of seven days Kylian Mbappe has endured an underwhelming start to the season in Spain Kylian Mbappe reportedly held talks with some of Real Madrid's key players following Wednesday's 2-1 defeat to Athletic Bilbao, stating his intention to be more a leader going forward. Mbappe saw his spot-kick saved in …

Mbappé enduring ‘difficult moment’ as he misses another penalty kick and Madrid loses to Athletic
1 month ago

Mbappé enduring ‘difficult moment’ as he misses another penalty kick and Madrid loses to Athletic

Associated Press  

MADRID — Kylian Mbappé admitted he is going through a difficult moment as he missed another penalty kick and Real Madrid lost ground to Barcelona in the Spanish league after a 2-1 loss at Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday. A difficult moment but it’s the best time to change this situation and show who I am.” Mbappé sent the penalty shot …

Carlo Ancelotti explains why Kylian Mbappe is in a ‘difficult moment’ at Real Madrid
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Carlo Ancelotti explains why Kylian Mbappe is in a ‘difficult moment’ at Real Madrid

The Independent  

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UCL 2024/25: Under-confident Mbappe needs time and love, says Real Madrid boss Ancelotti
1 month, 2 weeks ago

UCL 2024/25: Under-confident Mbappe needs time and love, says Real Madrid boss Ancelotti

The Hindu  

Striker Kylian Mbappe had another subdued and disappointing performance for Real Madrid on Wednesday, failing to seriously trouble Liverpool’s defence and missing a penalty in its 2-0 Champions League defeat at Anfield. The World Cup winning forward has scored one goal in his last six games in all competitions but manager Carlo Ancelotti defended him after Wednesday’s match as an …

Kylian Mbappe finally gets off the mark in LaLiga in his fourth match as Real Madrid superstar nets twice in 2-0 win over Real Betis to move Carlo Ancelotti's side second
4 months, 1 week ago

Kylian Mbappe finally gets off the mark in LaLiga in his fourth match as Real Madrid superstar nets twice in 2-0 win over Real Betis to move Carlo Ancelotti's side second

Daily Mail  

Kylian Mbappe opened his LaLiga account at the fourth time of asking with a brace to fire Real Madrid to a 2-0 home win over Real Betis. Mbappe had failed to score in Madrid's opening three league fixtures, which resulted in the champions dropping points at Mallorca and Las Palmas. Mbappe had failed to find the net in his first …

Kylian Mbappe press conference LIVE: Real Madrid make French superstar’s “dream” come true
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Kylian Mbappe press conference LIVE: Real Madrid make French superstar’s “dream” come true

The Independent  

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Even after ditching the mask, Mbappé's Euro 2024 comes to a disappointing end with loss to Spain
6 months ago

Even after ditching the mask, Mbappé's Euro 2024 comes to a disappointing end with loss to Spain

Associated Press  

MUNICH — Even without the mask, Kylian Mbappé was outclassed by a 16-year-old wonderkid. Mbappé ditched the vision-restricting mask that he had been wearing since breaking his nose in France’s opening match but Les Bleus fell to a 2-1 loss to Spain in the semifinals on Tuesday as Lamine Yamal became the youngest goalscorer in the history of the European …

Pitch invader grabs Kylian Mbappe during Spain v France quarter-final at Euro 2024
6 months ago

Pitch invader grabs Kylian Mbappe during Spain v France quarter-final at Euro 2024

The Independent  

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Euros 2024: Liberte tick, egalite tick, Kylian Mbappe ?
6 months ago

Euros 2024: Liberte tick, egalite tick, Kylian Mbappe ?

New Indian Express  

The prevailing sentiment was hard to miss — liberte, egalite, Mbappe. Like some of their recent incarnations under coach Didier Deschamps, this one has been on the back of a rock-solid defence and an attack with Mbappe given a free role while the others suffer. Sure, during their run to the global glory at the 2018 World Cup, Olivier Giroud, …

Spain vs France, Euro 2024: Deschamps puts faith in Mbappe finding form amid struggles with nose injury
6 months ago

Spain vs France, Euro 2024: Deschamps puts faith in Mbappe finding form amid struggles with nose injury

The Hindu  

France coach Didier Deschamps is putting his faith in captain and leading striker Kylian Mbappe finding form in Tuesday’s European Championship semifinal against Spain despite struggling through the tournament. Deschamps made it clear Mbappe will be playing in the match at the Munich Football Arena, despite coming off with fatigue in its quarterfinal win over Portugal last Friday and also …

Euro 2024 semifinals: France hoping captain Kylian Mbappe can deliver against Spain
6 months ago

Euro 2024 semifinals: France hoping captain Kylian Mbappe can deliver against Spain

The Hindu  

France go into July 9 Euro 2024 semi-final showdown against Spain hoping Kylian Mbappe can finally produce a performance worthy of his superstar status at a tournament in which he has struggled to find form and fitness. Mbappe joined up with the France squad after a difficult final campaign at Paris Saint-Germain which was marred by a slightly messy divorce …

Euro 2024: Broken nose inhibits Mbappe’s form as France advances into the semifinals
6 months ago

Euro 2024: Broken nose inhibits Mbappe’s form as France advances into the semifinals

The Hindu  

Kylian Mbappe’s broken nose remains a major concern for France as they head to the European Championship semi-finals, even if the France captain says he is not too bothered by his indifferent form. I’ve only scored one goal but we are in the semifinals and I’m very happy.” Mbappe’s contribution has been limited largely because of the broken nose he …

Kylian Mbappé is enduring a tough Euro 2024. It might not stop France winning the title
6 months ago

Kylian Mbappé is enduring a tough Euro 2024. It might not stop France winning the title

Associated Press  

HAMBURG, Germany — He has a broken nose that requires him to wear a vision-limiting face mask. It meant giving up a likely penalty in the impending shootout — which France won 5-3 because of Joao Felix’s miss — but Mbappé simply couldn’t continue. Getting his nose broken in France’s opening group game at Euro 2024 threw him off kilter, …

Euro 2024: Tired Mbappe asked to go off against Portugal, says France coach Deschamps
6 months ago

Euro 2024: Tired Mbappe asked to go off against Portugal, says France coach Deschamps

The Hindu  

French striker and captain Kylian Mbappe asked to be substituted during extra-time in the Euro 2024 quarterfinal win over Portugal because he was tired, his coach Didier Deschamps said. The usually prolific Mbappe has not been at his best during the Euros, scoring once from the penalty spot against Poland but otherwise, failing to convert chances and looking uncomfortable in …

Kylian Mbappe misses hand France a problem as Euro 2024 trend continues
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Kylian Mbappe misses hand France a problem as Euro 2024 trend continues

The Independent  

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Kylian Mbappé scores on return from broken nose and France draws 1-1 with Poland at Euro 2024
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Kylian Mbappé scores on return from broken nose and France draws 1-1 with Poland at Euro 2024

Associated Press  

DORTMUND, Germany — Kylian Mbappé, wearing a mask to protect his broken nose, marked his return at the European Championship with a goal against Poland. “But when he sweats, that sticks in his eyes and he needed to wipe his eyes.” Still, Mbappé remained France’s most dangerous attacker and finally got his first goal in six matches at the tournament …

France v Poland player ratings as Kylian Mbappe’s return fails to spark Les Bleus into life
6 months, 2 weeks ago

France v Poland player ratings as Kylian Mbappe’s return fails to spark Les Bleus into life

The Independent  

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Masked Kylian Mbappe scores twice for France in a behind-closed-doors friendly ahead of his Euro 2024 return after suffering horror nose break during victory against Austria
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Masked Kylian Mbappe scores twice for France in a behind-closed-doors friendly ahead of his Euro 2024 return after suffering horror nose break during victory against Austria

Daily Mail  

Kylian Mbappe scored twice for France while wearing a mask during a behind-closed-doors friendly as he targets a return at Euro 2024 after breaking his nose. Real Madrid frontman Mbappe, sporting a sleek black mask, scored twice and laid on two assists, having played in each of the friendly's 30-minute halves. Masked Kylian Mbappe scored twice for France during a …

Mbappé watches from subs’ bench as France and Netherlands produce Euro 2024’s first 0-0
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Mbappé watches from subs’ bench as France and Netherlands produce Euro 2024’s first 0-0

The Hindu  

Kylian Mbappé watched from the substitutes’ bench as France and the Netherlands finished 0-0 in a heavyweight European Championship clash on June 21. Antoine Griezmann missed France's best chances while Xavi Simons had a goal ruled out for the Dutch in the first goalless draw of the tournament. I thought the wiser decision was to keep him on the bench.” …

Why was Kylian Mbappe left on the bench for France against the Netherlands?
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Why was Kylian Mbappe left on the bench for France against the Netherlands?

The Independent  

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Mbappé watches from subs’ bench as France and Netherlands produce Euro 2024’s first 0-0
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Mbappé watches from subs’ bench as France and Netherlands produce Euro 2024’s first 0-0

Associated Press  

LEIPZIG, Germany — Kylian Mbappé watched from the substitutes’ bench as France and the Netherlands finished 0-0 in a heavyweight European Championship clash on Friday. Antoine Griezmann missed France’s best chances while Xavi Simons had a goal ruled out for the Dutch in the first goalless draw of the tournament. France’s buildup was dominated by speculation on whether Mbappé would …

France star Kylian Mbappé stays on bench for Euro 2024 clash with Netherlands
6 months, 2 weeks ago

France star Kylian Mbappé stays on bench for Euro 2024 clash with Netherlands

Associated Press  

LEIPZIG, Germany — Kylian Mbappé was left out of France’s starting lineup for its 0-0 draw with the Netherlands at the European Championship on Friday. Mbappé trained wearing a face mask on Thursday and coach Didier Deschamps sounded optimistic that his star forward would be able to play. He emerged before Friday’s game wearing a plain black face mask for …

Kylian Mbappe is pictured in training for the first time since breaking his nose during France's victory over Austria amid doubts over Real Madrid star's participation in the rest of Euros group stage
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Kylian Mbappe is pictured in training for the first time since breaking his nose during France's victory over Austria amid doubts over Real Madrid star's participation in the rest of Euros group stage

Daily Mail  

The forward suffered the gruesome blow in a collision against Austria on Monday Kylian Mbappe has been pictured in training wearing bandages on his nose after his gruesome injury during France's Euro 2024 opener against Austria. Former France team doctor Fabrice Bryand told L'Equipe that Mbappe would be sidelined for 10 days at a minimum - ruling him out of …

Roy Keane blasts Kylian Mbappé after bloody nose incident: ‘This is out of order’
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Roy Keane blasts Kylian Mbappé after bloody nose incident: ‘This is out of order’

The Independent  

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UEFA Euro 2024: Austria’s Danso apologises for Mbappe’s broken nose
6 months, 3 weeks ago

UEFA Euro 2024: Austria’s Danso apologises for Mbappe’s broken nose

Al Jazeera  

Austria’s Kevin Danso has sent a message of sympathy to French striker Kylian Mbappe, who broke his nose in a collision with the defender’s shoulder during their Euro 2024 match. “To French supporters: I am sorry that Kylian Mbappe was injured from our duel,” added Danso, whose back was turned when Mbappe’s face struck his shoulder. France’s 25-year-old talisman was …

Kylian Mbappé's nose injury places doubt on his continued involvement in Euro 2024
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Kylian Mbappé's nose injury places doubt on his continued involvement in Euro 2024

New Indian Express  

DUSSELDORF, Germany: Kylian Mbappé’s facial injury in France’s 1-0 win against Austria on Monday has put in doubt whether he will continue at the European Championship. An aerial head-on-shoulder collision with Austria’s Kevin Danso left Mbappé curled on the field with his nose bloodied and swollen late in the Group D game at Dusseldorf Arena. I cannot at this stage …

Euro 2024: France battle past Austria but Mbappe suffers injury
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Euro 2024: France battle past Austria but Mbappe suffers injury

The Hindu  

France delivered a 100th victory for manager Didier Deschamps as they beat a tenacious and well organised Austria side 1-0 in their opening Group D match at Euro 2024 but talisman Kylian Mbappe suffered a worrying injury on June 17. It was by no means a vintage performance though and France required an own goal by Austria defender Max Wober …

Austria vs France LIVE: Euro 2024 result and updates as Kylian Mbappe forced off with bloody nose
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Austria vs France LIVE: Euro 2024 result and updates as Kylian Mbappe forced off with bloody nose

The Independent  

✕ Close Kylian Mbappe left covered in blood following brutal injury in Euro 2024 match France overcame the potentially difficult hurdle of an in-form Austria as they got their Euro 2024 campaign up and running with a 1-0 victory courtesy of an own goal, but talisman Kylian Mbappe suffered a worrying injury. It proved a very mixed night for France’s …

Kylian Mbappé's nose injury places doubt on his continued involvement in Euro 2024
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Kylian Mbappé's nose injury places doubt on his continued involvement in Euro 2024

Associated Press  

DUSSELDORF, Germany — Kylian Mbappé’s facial injury in France’s 1-0 win against Austria on Monday has put in doubt whether he will continue at the European Championship. I cannot at this stage give the answer.” Mbappé’s obvious pain following the incident prompted Austria goalkeeper Patrick Pentz to signal for urgent medical assistance. “We’re worried to see Kylian leave the field …

Austria vs France, Euro 2024 match highlights in pictures, AUT v FRA: Photo gallery
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Austria vs France, Euro 2024 match highlights in pictures, AUT v FRA: Photo gallery

The Hindu  

DUSSELDORF, GERMANY - JUNE 17: Kylian Mbappe of France holds his nose after receiving medical treatment following clashing heads with Kevin Danso of Austria during the UEFA EURO 2024 group stage match between Austria and France at Düsseldorf Arena on June 17, 2024 in Dusseldorf, Germany. DUSSELDORF, GERMANY - JUNE 17: Kylian Mbappe of France sits on the floor whilst …

Kylian Mbappe’s glittering career is full of European heartbreak - will Euro 2024 change that?
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Kylian Mbappe’s glittering career is full of European heartbreak - will Euro 2024 change that?

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Even the presence of Olivier Giroud, whose possession of France’s goalscoring record …

Kylian Mbappe follows Lionel Messi in Paris Olympics decision after Real Madrid move
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Kylian Mbappe follows Lionel Messi in Paris Olympics decision after Real Madrid move

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Kylian Mbappe confirmed on Sunday he will not …

Euro 2024: Mbappe, France on a mission as favourites begin campaign
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Euro 2024: Mbappe, France on a mission as favourites begin campaign

The Hindu  

Kylian Mbappe and France have been to the last two World Cup finals but are on a mission as they begin their Euro 2024 campaign against Austria on Monday, having endured disappointment in recent editions of the continental championship. Runners-up as hosts in 2016, when they agonisingly lost the final in extra time to Portugal at a sweltering Stade de …

Euro 2024: Can Mbappe help France regain crown? Last dance for Ronaldo?
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Euro 2024: Can Mbappe help France regain crown? Last dance for Ronaldo?

The Hindu  

As Germany gets ready to host Euro 2024 from June 14, an analysis of Groups D to F: Group D: Poland, Netherlands, Austria, France. France is the undoubted favourite to top Group D at Euro 2024 but it might not be smooth sailing with formidable oppositions like Netherlands and Austria in the same group. Revitalised under the management of Ralf …

All Eyes on Kylian Mbappe as France Aim to Live Up to Euro 2024 Billing
7 months ago

All Eyes on Kylian Mbappe as France Aim to Live Up to Euro 2024 Billing

News 18  

France head into Euro 2024 as quite possibly the standout candidates to lift the trophy but their prospects may to a large extent depend on Kylian Mbappe not being distracted by his club future. “The context around the France team is different,” Deschamps said last week as his squad started to gather to prepare for the Euros at their Clairefontaine …

Kylian Mbappe dedicates goal to his late uncle Alex as France star scores in first game since securing dream move to Real Madrid
7 months ago

Kylian Mbappe dedicates goal to his late uncle Alex as France star scores in first game since securing dream move to Real Madrid

Daily Mail  

Kylian Mbappe scored in his first game since his move to Real Madrid was announced and the France star made sure to dedicate his goal to his late uncle. Mbappe's uncle Alex passed away recently, leaving the 25-year-old heartbroken. The former PSG man scored France's third in the 3-0 win over Luexmbourg on Wednesday night and proceeded to reveal a …

Mbappe fires France warning after Germany friendly defeat
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Mbappe fires France warning after Germany friendly defeat

The Hindu  

France captain Kylian Mbappe said his team’s friendly loss to Germany at the weekend should serve as a warning going into Euro 2024, for which Les Bleus are one of the leading contenders. “We need to be aware that if we play like that in the big matches that lie ahead of us, we are setting ourselves up for major …

Kylian Mbappe heads for stands after half-time exit in draw with Monaco
10 months, 1 week ago

Kylian Mbappe heads for stands after half-time exit in draw with Monaco

The Independent  

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CRAIG HOPE: Kylian Mbappe looked bereft of enthusiasm and ideas during PSG's 4-1 defeat against Newcastle, as France star fails to impress at St James' Park
1 year, 3 months ago

CRAIG HOPE: Kylian Mbappe looked bereft of enthusiasm and ideas during PSG's 4-1 defeat against Newcastle, as France star fails to impress at St James' Park

Daily Mail  

When Kylian Mbappe tried to spark himself and his team into life with an audacious attempt at a Cruyff turn on the touchline, the execution said much about their bungled evening. Not that you needed any extra layers amid an atmosphere that had built and bubbled before hitting boiling point when Geordie boy Dan Burn - formerly of Asda - …

Kylian Mbappe breaks Just Fontaine’s record in France’s win over Greece
1 year, 6 months ago

Kylian Mbappe breaks Just Fontaine’s record in France’s win over Greece

The Independent  

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Mbappe looking to reach new heights with ambitious France
1 year, 9 months ago

Mbappe looking to reach new heights with ambitious France

The Hindu  

Kylian Mbappe’s rise continued as France started their Euro 2024 qualifying campaign with a 4-0 win against the Netherlands and the forward will be looking to reach new heights as Les Bleus face Ireland away in Group B on Monday. Mbappe has scored 38 goals for France and sits in fifth place overall in the list of the country’s top …

Champions League: Kylian Mbappé on a mission to carry PSG past Bayern Munich
1 year, 10 months ago

Champions League: Kylian Mbappé on a mission to carry PSG past Bayern Munich

Live Mint  

Kylian Mbappé heads to Munich fresh from a record-breaking weekend with Paris Saint-Germain and determined to lead the French giants past Bayern and into the quarter-finals of the Champions League. Messi, with 18 goals himself for PSG this season, is mainly there to serve Mbappé in Christophe Galtier's side, for whom the absence of Neymar due to injury in Munich …

Mbappé haunted by France loss, not bitter toward Argentina
2 years ago

Mbappé haunted by France loss, not bitter toward Argentina

The Hindu  

Kylian Mbappé may always be haunted by France's loss in the World Cup final, but says he bears no bitterness over the way Argentina celebrated and won't let the defeat hold him back with Paris Saint-Germain. He carried a doll with Mbappé's face on it while standing alongside teammate Lionel Messi as Argentina paraded the trophy back home. "The most …

Kylian Mbappe dismisses Emiliano Martinez’s ‘futile’ taunts during World Cup celebrations
2 years ago

Kylian Mbappe dismisses Emiliano Martinez’s ‘futile’ taunts during World Cup celebrations

The Independent  

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Mbappe says will ‘never’ get over World Cup heartbreak
2 years ago

Mbappe says will ‘never’ get over World Cup heartbreak

The Hindu  

Kylian Mbappe said he will never get over the disappointment of losing the World Cup final after the France star scored the winner on his return to action for Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday. “I think I’m never going to get over it,” Mbappe said, speaking 10 days after he scored a hat-trick in the final against Argentina which the South …

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