Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has backed Kylian Mbappe over how he spent the international break, calling the criticism directed at the forward “absurd”. France captain Mbappe pulled out of international duty after suffering an injury against Turkey on 25 September. He subsequently posted pictures on social media showing him attending a Paris Fashion Week […]
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Kylian Mbappé appeared to suffer a knee problem shortly after netting France’s winning goal against Turkey in Friday’s Nations League encounter. The Real Madrid forward fired a low effort into the net in the 55th minute following an assist from Michael Olise. Not long after claiming his record-extending 67th international goal, Mbappé dropped to the […]
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Kylian Mbappé has concluded his two-decade partnership with Nike after agreeing to a footwear deal with Swiss rival On. The sportswear and lifestyle company, previously known mainly for running and tennis products, is preparing a significant expansion into football next year. It has also named Thierry Henry as its director of football. Roger Federer, who […]
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Real Madrid have previously demonstrated their solidarity with Ceuta. Ahead of their Champions League clash against Inter Milan at the Santiago Bernabeu on 8 September, fans in the south stand raised cards displaying the autonomous city’s coat of arms, with supporters throughout the stadium applauding the tribute. The gesture formed part of a broader campaign […]
Continue ReadingKylian Mbappe has condemned a widely shared meme that places his face on a dictator’s body, arguing that it reflects poor political and humanitarian judgment. The 27-year-old Real Madrid and France attacker acknowledged that the AI-created image may appear humorous, but said it trivialises deeply serious matters. Some supporters apparently use the meme online to […]
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Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappe believes this may be the year he claims his first Ballon d’Or. The 27-year-old registered 42 goals across 44 club appearances last season, although his team ended the campaign without a trophy. He also collected the World Cup Golden Boot after scoring 10 times, raising his record career total in […]
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José Mourinho believes Kylian Mbappé should receive this year’s Ballon d’Or, insisting the prize must recognise the world’s finest footballer instead of being determined by success in the World Cup or Champions League. “There are only two, three or four players who can be considered the best in the world, and everyone knows who they […]
Continue ReadingJust a few weeks ago, Kylian Mbappé hinted that all paths might eventually point toward Florida. In a playful mood, he shared that David Beckham had been persistently selling him on the idea of a switch to Major League Soccer, teasing the possibility of teaming up once more with Lionel Messi at Inter Miami. “We’ll […]
Continue ReadingOnly four remain — and what a stellar final four it is. Spain, the second-ranked side in the world, will face third-ranked France, while top-ranked Argentina take on fourth-placed England. These sides are absolutely loaded with talent in every area — Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, Lamine Yamal, Harry Kane… If you had to build a […]
Continue ReadingAntoine Griezmann, who played a pivotal role in France’s semi-final victory against Morocco in 2022, observed from the stands on this occasion as Les Bleus overcame the Atlas Lions once more to secure a third straight World Cup semi-final appearance. The 35-year-old, fresh from finalizing a transfer to Orlando City, had not been present at […]
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