Kylian Mbappé, the talismanic forward of the French national team, has been cleared to continue with the squad despite an ankle scare during his last match against Villarreal.
The sight of Kylian Mbappé limping off the pitch against Villarreal sent shockwaves through the French football community. The Real Madrid target, and current Paris Saint-Germain star, was replaced by Rodrygo after sustaining a knock to his ankle in the dying moments of the game.
Following this incident, concerns were rife about his availability for the upcoming international fixtures. However, upon joining the French squad at Clairefontaine, further examinations provided a sigh of relief. It was determined that the injury was not serious, allowing Mbappé to stay with Didier Deschamps‘ squad.
France’s Captain Ready for Action
With crucial World Cup 2026 qualifiers on the horizon, having Mbappé fit is a significant boost for Les Bleus. Although it remains uncertain whether he will feature in Friday’s match or be rested until Monday’s fixture, his presence alone is a morale booster.
Journalist José Luis Sánchez from El Chiringuito confirmed, “The French forward has practically recovered from his ankle injury and will not return to Madrid.” This statement reassures fans and management alike that their captain is on track to contribute to France’s campaign.
The French team will be keen to capitalize on Mbappé’s attacking prowess as they aim to secure their spot in the next World Cup. His ability to change games single-handedly makes him an invaluable asset.
This development also comes as a relief to Real Madrid, who have been closely monitoring their potential future star. Any long-term injury could have complicated their plans for acquiring him in upcoming transfer windows.
As France prepares for their upcoming matches, all eyes will be on Mbappé and how he manages his return from this minor setback. Will he lead his team to victory once again?