Kylian Mbappe’s glittering career is full of European heartbreak - will Euro 2024 change that?
6 months 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 will not last long into retirement before the younger man overtakes him, reflects his status as Mbappe’s ideal foil. open image in gallery France’s forward Kylian Mbappe speaks with France’s head coach Didier Deschamps The long-mooted move to Real may represent a delayed recognition that Paris Saint-Germain will not win the Champions League; not in the incarnation of PSG Mbappe has known, anyway. open image in gallery Kylian Mbappe disembarks as he arrives at the airport in Paderborn Lippstadt Michel Platini’s nine-goal summer of 1984 remains unrivalled, and not merely statistically. No European scored more than seven goals in a major international tournament after then until Mbappe’s eight in the 2022 World Cup.

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Mbappe scores in Intercontinental Cup at same stadium two years after hat-trick at FIFA World Cup 2022 final
5 days, 7 hours ago

Mbappe scores in Intercontinental Cup at same stadium two years after hat-trick at FIFA World Cup 2022 final

The Hindu  

Kylian Mbappe gave Real Madrid the lead in the Intercontinental Cup 2024 final when he found the net against CF Pachuca, at the Lusail Stadium in Qatar on Wednesday. While Madrid started the match on the defensive, stopping two shots on target from the Mexican side, it proved to be the more clinical one, scoring from its first shot on …

The curious case of Kylian Mbappe
1 week, 2 days 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 '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'
2 weeks, 3 days 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 …

UCL 2024/25: Under-confident Mbappe needs time and love, says Real Madrid boss Ancelotti
3 weeks, 4 days 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 …

Why is Kylian Mbappe not playing for France in the UEFA Nations League match against Israel?
1 month, 1 week ago

Why is Kylian Mbappe not playing for France in the UEFA Nations League match against Israel?

The Hindu  

France is taking on Israel in the UEFA Nations League 2024-25 Group A2 match at the Stade de France in Paris on Friday. FOLLOW THE MATCH LIVE | FRANCE VS ISRAEL LIVE SCORE, UEFA NATIONS LEAGUE 2024-25 Talisman and captain Kylian Mbappe will not feature in the match after he was not included in the 23-man squad announced by head …

Mbappé starts new Champions League campaign with a goal in Real Madrid victory
3 months ago

Mbappé starts new Champions League campaign with a goal in Real Madrid victory

Associated Press  

MADRID — Kylian Mbappé renewed his quest to win a European title by scoring for Real Madrid in his first Champions League match with the club. “I’m feeling better match after match.” Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois was named the man of the match as he was key to keep Stuttgart from capitalizing on its many scoring opportunities. Mbappé won the …

Mbappe takes a break as France torments Belgium
3 months, 1 week ago

Mbappe takes a break as France torments Belgium

China Daily  

Ousmane Dembele celebrates after scoring France's second goal during a UEFA Nations League match against Belgium at the Parc Olympique Lyonnais in Lyon on Monday. AFP GENEVA — Even after leaving star forward Kylian Mbappe on the bench, France handed Belgium yet another loss in the Nations League on Monday. Two of Mbappe's former Paris Saint-Germain teammates, Randal Kolo Muani …

Kylian Mbappe takes Ronaldo's iconic jersey number at Real Madrid; Los Blancos to unveil France captain after Euro final
5 months, 1 week ago

Kylian Mbappe takes Ronaldo's iconic jersey number at Real Madrid; Los Blancos to unveil France captain after Euro final

Hindustan Times  

Kylian Mbappe has followed in the footsteps of his idol Cristiano Ronaldo at the Santiago Bernabeu as the France captain's jersey number was revealed by Real Madrid on Wednesday. Parting ways with the French club, Mbappe has taken up the iconic No.9 jersey at Real Madrid for the upcoming season. As per the latest developments, Mbappe refused to urge Real …

Even after ditching the mask, Mbappé's Euro 2024 comes to a disappointing end with loss to Spain
5 months, 2 weeks 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 …

High-scoring Spain faces Mbappé's dour France for a spot in the Euro 2024 final
5 months, 2 weeks ago

High-scoring Spain faces Mbappé's dour France for a spot in the Euro 2024 final

Associated Press  

MUNICH — Spain and France meet in the semifinals of the European Championship on Tuesday. Substitute Mikel Merino’s game-winning goal in the last minute of extra time handed Spain a 2-1 victory over host nation Germany, while France needed penalties to see off Portugal after the match ended goalless. — Mbappé, who will be facing several of his new Real …

Euro 2024 semifinals: France hoping captain Kylian Mbappe can deliver against Spain
5 months, 2 weeks 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: Kolo Muani tries the Mbappe mask, says ‘nothing’ is visible after wearing it
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Euro 2024: Kolo Muani tries the Mbappe mask, says ‘nothing’ is visible after wearing it

The Hindu  

France striker Randal Kolo Muani didn’t quite appreciate the difficulty teammate Kylian Mbappe was experiencing wearing a protective mask at Euro 2024 until he tried it on. Still, Kolo Muani jumped to his captain’s defence at a news conference at France’s training base in Paderborn Germany, praising his leadership skills and saying there was still time for Mbappe to make …

Euro 2024: Broken nose inhibits Mbappe’s form as France advances into the semifinals
5 months, 2 weeks 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
5 months, 2 weeks 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
5 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Euro 2024 quarter-finals: Who are the favourites, players to watch and talking points
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Euro 2024 quarter-finals: Who are the favourites, players to watch and talking points

Firstpost  

We take a look at what to watch out for as Euro 2024 enters the last-eight stage. Euro 2024’s quarter-finals begin on Friday with a blockbuster clash between hosts Germany and Spain as the tournament enters its crucial final week. Toni Kroos against Switzerland: ✅Most touches: 127 ✅Most passes completed: 98 ✅Most chances created: 4 ✅Most crosses: 9 ✅Most possession …

EURO 2024: Bellingham’s intervention, Ronaldo’s star power leads to security concerns
5 months, 2 weeks ago

EURO 2024: Bellingham’s intervention, Ronaldo’s star power leads to security concerns

The Hindu  

From zero to hero: Albania’s Klaus Gjasula scored on both ends of the pitch after coming on as a substitute in his side’s 2-2 draw against Croatia. Hungary’s Kevin Csoboth went on to score in the 10th minute of added time to win the match, with the players, led by captain Dominik Szoboszlai, holding Varga’s jersey aloft to pay tribute …

Mbappé and France into Euro 2024 quarterfinals after Kolo Muani’s late goal beats Belgium 1-0
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Mbappé and France into Euro 2024 quarterfinals after Kolo Muani’s late goal beats Belgium 1-0

Associated Press  

DUESSELDORF, Germany — Another frustrating match for Kylian Mbappé. “It’s beautiful,” the France coach said after Les Bleus relied on the ninth own-goal scored at Euro 2024 to squeeze past Belgium 1-0 in the round of 16 on Monday. We’re very, very happy and very, very proud.” UEFA thought differently about the destination of Kolo Muani’s shot and put it …

Euro 2024: Mbappe, Lewandowski spot kicks in France, Poland stalemate
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Euro 2024: Mbappe, Lewandowski spot kicks in France, Poland stalemate

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Although France had secured a spot in the round of 16, they were yet to hit top gear heading into their final Group D game on Tuesday. Against Poland at the BVB Stadion Dortmund, the Les Bleus were expected to banish all doubts, but couldn’t as the match ended in a 1-1 draw after two second-half penalties. Soccer Football …

Mask off for Kylian Mbappe as France captain ends goalless run at UEFA Euro after 535 mins, equals Just Fontaine's tally
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Mask off for Kylian Mbappe as France captain ends goalless run at UEFA Euro after 535 mins, equals Just Fontaine's tally

Hindustan Times  

It had to be Kylian Mbappe. Eight days after breaking his nose at the UEFA Euro 2024, Real Madrid's new galactico, forward Mbappe, returned to France's starting lineup for its crucial group match against Poland in the European Championships on Tuesday. France's Kylian Mbappe reacts during the match Mbappe's availability remained a major talking point as the France captain missed …

Kylian Mbappé scores on return from broken nose and France draws 1-1 with Poland at Euro 2024
5 months, 4 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 …

Euro 2024: Kylian Mbappe sits out stalemate between France and Netherlands
6 months ago

Euro 2024: Kylian Mbappe sits out stalemate between France and Netherlands

Hindustan Times  

France and the Netherlands edged towards the last 16 of Euro 2024 after a 0-0 draw in Leipzig that failed to catch fire in the absence of Kylian Mbappe. Soccer Football - Euro 2024 - Group D - Netherlands v France - Leipzig Stadium, Leipzig, Germany - June 21, 2024 France's Kylian Mbappe and Marcus Thuram react after the match …

Mbappé watches from subs’ bench as France and Netherlands produce Euro 2024’s first 0-0
6 months 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.” …

Mbappé watches from subs’ bench as France and Netherlands produce Euro 2024’s first 0-0
6 months 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 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 Mbappé's nose injury places doubt on his continued involvement in Euro 2024
6 months 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 …

Austria vs France LIVE: Euro 2024 result and updates as Kylian Mbappe forced off with bloody nose
6 months 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 Mbappe produces moment of magic – but suffers blow that could define his Euro 2024
6 months ago

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

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. That became apparent as Austria defiantly looked to create openings in the …

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

Euro 2024: Mbappe, France on a mission as favourites begin campaign
6 months, 1 week 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 …

Paris 2024: Mbappe rules out representing France at Olympics because of Real Madrid
6 months, 1 week ago

Paris 2024: Mbappe rules out representing France at Olympics because of Real Madrid

The Hindu  

France captain Kylian Mbappe on Sunday admitted that he will not represent his country at the upcoming Paris Olympics. The 25-year-old, who was speaking ahead of France’s opening Euro 2024 game on Monday against Austria, has just signed for Real Madrid and will join the European champions for the new season under freedom of contract from Paris Saint-Germain. “Joining a …

Euro 2024: Mbappe, Griezmann presence makes France the title favourites
6 months, 1 week ago

Euro 2024: Mbappe, Griezmann presence makes France the title favourites

Al Jazeera  

A highly talented France team is primed and ready to win its first European Football Championship in 24 years. ⚽ France – Key Euros Stats ⚽ Euro appearances: 10 Euro titles: 2 Best finish: Winners Euros record: W21 D12 L10 Goals scored: 69 Biggest win: 5-0 Player to watch: Antoine Griezmann World ranking: 2nd Team nickname: Les Bleus Group fixtures: …

Euro 2024: Focus on Mbappe as France aim to bury World Cup heartbreak with third continental title
6 months, 1 week ago

Euro 2024: Focus on Mbappe as France aim to bury World Cup heartbreak with third continental title

Firstpost  

Mbappe scored 44 club goals in the recently-concluded Ligue 1 season before parting ways with Paris Saint-Germain and France coach Didier Deschamps has no doubt that his captain will be firing on all cylinders at the European Championship. Euro 2024: Full tournament schedule with match timings and venues Before that, Mbappe had only just emerged at Monaco, and had not …

Euro 2024: Can Mbappe help France regain crown? Last dance for Ronaldo?
6 months, 1 week 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 …

Euro 2024 squads confirmed: Check out every team's updated roster for European Championship in Germany
6 months, 1 week ago

Euro 2024 squads confirmed: Check out every team's updated roster for European Championship in Germany

India TV News  

The Euro 2024 will begin with a big encounter between hosts Germany and Scotland at Munich's Allianz Arena on Friday, June 14. Fans around the globe await the biggest international football tournament in 2024 which will feature 24 teams and some of the biggest stars including Cristiano Ronaldo and Kylian Mbappe. Hosts Germany have included the veteran midfielder Toni Kroos …

France are held to a SHOCK goalless draw by Canada - despite a late cameo appearance from Kylian Mbappe - in Les Bleus' final warm-up game before Euro 2024
6 months, 2 weeks ago

France are held to a SHOCK goalless draw by Canada - despite a late cameo appearance from Kylian Mbappe - in Les Bleus' final warm-up game before Euro 2024

Daily Mail  

France were held to a frustrating goalless draw by Canada in their final warm-up game ahead of Euro 2024. Kylian Mbappe featured as a substitute as France were held to a goalless draw by Canada Didier Deschamps believes that France can learn from the game despite the result 'In second, we pushed even if with all the changes made, it …

All Eyes on Kylian Mbappe as France Aim to Live Up to Euro 2024 Billing
6 months, 2 weeks 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 Mbappé finally joins Real Madrid in a union of soccer’s top player and club
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Kylian Mbappé finally joins Real Madrid in a union of soccer’s top player and club

Associated Press  

MADRID — Kylian Mbappé is finally a Real Madrid player. His signing could revive Madrid’s “galatico” squads, when it had some of the world’s top players including Ronaldo, Zinedine Zidane, Brazil’s Ronaldo, David Beckham, Luis Figo and Karim Benzema, among others. “I don’t know if we won the Champion League on Saturday or if we won it today with Mbappé's …

Emotional Mbappé confirms he will leave PSG ahead of an expected move to Real Madrid
7 months, 1 week ago

Emotional Mbappé confirms he will leave PSG ahead of an expected move to Real Madrid

Associated Press  

PARIS — Kylian Mbappé confirmed what the soccer world was long expecting to hear, announcing on Friday he is leaving Paris Saint-Germain ahead of a widely expected move to Real Madrid. “I think I needed this, a new challenge after seven years.” An emotional-looking Mbappé gulped and paused for breath as he addressed PSG’s fans. According to sports daily L’Equipe, …

Mbappe fires France warning after Germany friendly defeat
8 months, 3 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 …

Mbappe expects future to be decided before Euro 2024, wants to represent France in Olympics
9 months ago

Mbappe expects future to be decided before Euro 2024, wants to represent France in Olympics

The Hindu  

Kylian Mbappe believes he will know which club he will join next season before the European Championship kicks off in June, the France forward said on Friday. I’ve always said that when I have something to announce, I’ll do it as a man,” he told reporters ahead of Saturday’s friendly against Germany. “I think my future will be resolved before …

Thierry Henry drops bombshell Kylian Mbappe statement as uncertainty looms over France star’s Olympics participation
9 months ago

Thierry Henry drops bombshell Kylian Mbappe statement as uncertainty looms over France star’s Olympics participation

Hindustan Times  

Kylian Mbappe is set to join Real Madrid as a free agent after the ongoing Ligue 1 season. Speaking to Le Parisien, France legend Thierry Henry hailed the PSG star and is expected to select the attacker in his squad for the Paris Olympics. According to reports, the La Liga side don't want Mbappe to participate in the Olympics, and …

Euro 2024 Qualifiers: France destroys 10-man Gibraltar 14-0 for record win
1 year, 1 month ago

Euro 2024 Qualifiers: France destroys 10-man Gibraltar 14-0 for record win

The Hindu  

Kylian Mbappé scored a hat trick as France routed Gibraltar 14-0 for the biggest-ever victory in European Championship qualifying on Saturday. “This was a victory for teamwork.” Teenage midfielder Warren Zaïre-Emery became France’s youngest goal scorer on his international debut and then went off injured against a Gibraltar side that played most of the match with 10 players following an …

What’s the latest on the Mbappe transfer saga and what’s next?
1 year, 4 months ago

What’s the latest on the Mbappe transfer saga and what’s next?

Al Jazeera  

The French striker looks set to leave PSG after missing their preseason tour, but will Al-Hilal’s record-breaking offer tempt him? Monaco to PSG: A star is born In 2016, 17-year-old Mbappe signed his first professional contract for France’s Ligue 1 side Monaco. PSG ready to sell Mbappe Since his move to PSG, Mbappe has consistently broken club records, including becoming …

Kylian Mbappe future in major doubt after refusal to extend Paris Saint-Germain contract
1 year, 6 months ago

Kylian Mbappe future in major doubt after refusal to extend Paris Saint-Germain contract

Firstpost  

Paris: Kylian Mbappe’s future at Paris Saint-Germain is once more in doubt after he told the French champions that he will not be taking up an option to extend his contract beyond next year, raising the spectre of him following Lionel Messi out of the club this summer. Mbappe’s decision not to renew, announced in a letter to the club …

Mbappe looking to reach new heights with ambitious France
1 year, 8 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 …

France 4-0 Netherlands: Kylian Mbappe scores twice in first game since being named French captain
1 year, 8 months ago

France 4-0 Netherlands: Kylian Mbappe scores twice in first game since being named French captain

Daily Mail  

Kylian Mbappe scored twice in his first game since being named France captain as the World Cup runners-up began their Euro 2024 qualifying campaign with a resounding victory over the Netherlands. Mbappe, named skipper after goalkeeper Hugo Lloris ended his international career in January, was on target to net France's third and fourth goals of the 4-0 win in Paris. …

Euro 2024 qualifiers: New dawn for France as Mbappé leads team against Netherlands
1 year, 9 months ago

Euro 2024 qualifiers: New dawn for France as Mbappé leads team against Netherlands

The Hindu  

New captain, new goalkeeper, new defense, new governance — and major players retired. It seems like a new dawn for World Cup runner-up France as it begins European Championship qualifying without Ballon d’Or winner Karim Benzema, and with Kylian Mbappé leading the team out at Stade de France against Netherlands on Friday. “The end of several players’ international careers means …

Europe’s top teams get ready to start Euro 2024 qualifying
1 year, 9 months ago

Europe’s top teams get ready to start Euro 2024 qualifying

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — Three months after the World Cup ended, qualifying for the next European Championship starts this week with several of the biggest teams looking to rebound. France came within a penalty shootout of winning back-to-back World Cup titles, losing to Argentina in the final, but Spain, Germany and Italy all went through humbling experiences either before or during …

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