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Mbappé Withdraws From France Squad With Left Knee Tendon Injury After Nations League Win
sports14 days ago

Mbappé Withdraws From France Squad With Left Knee Tendon Injury After Nations League Win

Kylian Mbappé has withdrawn from the France national team squad after sustaining a left knee tendon injury during a 1-0 victory over Turkey in the UEFA Nations League. The incident occurred in the 67th minute when Mbappé scored his 67th international goal, causing him to limp off the pitch at the Kocaeli Stadium. France manager Zinedine Zidane confirmed the striker will return to Real Madrid for treatment, stating that the injury 'does not look good' and that the team will not take risks. The French Football Federation officially confirmed the tendon diagnosis, ending Mbappé's involvement in the current international window. This withdrawal means Mbappé will miss upcoming matches against Belgium and Italy, forcing Zidane to rely on squad depth during his debut campaign.

Mbappé’s knee scare ends in two-week layoff, sparing Real Madrid for El Clásico
sports14 days ago

Mbappé’s knee scare ends in two-week layoff, sparing Real Madrid for El Clásico

Kylian Mbappé has been diagnosed with a hyperextended knee and will miss approximately two weeks of action. Real Madrid confirmed the update, indicating the striker is doubtful for the upcoming match against Villarreal but is expected to recover in time for El Clásico against Barcelona on October 25. The injury occurred during France’s Nations League match against Turkey on September 25, where Mbappé scored before being substituted due to the issue.

Mbappé exits France win with left knee injury, overshadowing Zidane's coaching debut
sports14 days ago

Mbappé exits France win with left knee injury, overshadowing Zidane's coaching debut

Kylian Mbappé suffered a left knee injury during France's 1-0 Nations League win over Turkey, forcing him to leave the field shortly after scoring the decisive goal. The incident occurred during Zinedine Zidane's first match as France head coach. Zidane confirmed Mbappé will return to Real Madrid for treatment, citing concerns about the injury's severity. The match took place in Izmit, Turkey, with Mbappé scoring his 67th international goal before limping off. France faces Belgium next in the tournament, while Real Madrid awaits medical assessment of the striker's condition.

Mbappé’s 67th Goal for France Ends in Knee Injury as Zidane Debut Overshadowed
sports15 days ago

Mbappé’s 67th Goal for France Ends in Knee Injury as Zidane Debut Overshadowed

Kylian Mbappé scored his 67th international goal to secure a 1-0 win for France against Turkey in the UEFA Nations League, but was forced off with a knee injury shortly after. The incident overshadowed Zinedine Zidane’s first match as France manager, with the coach confirming the striker will not play the rest of the international window due to swelling and lack of encouraging signs.

Mbappé Injury Overshadows France’s Narrow Nations League Win Over Turkey
sports15 days ago

Mbappé Injury Overshadows France’s Narrow Nations League Win Over Turkey

Kylian Mbappé scored his 67th international goal to give France a 1-0 victory over Turkey in their UEFA Nations League opener, but he was forced off with a knee injury shortly after. Zinedine Zidane, in his first match as France manager, secured a win but faced concerns over his star striker's fitness. Belgium beat Italy 2-0 in another Group 1 match, while Northern Ireland and Ukraine won their League B games.

On bets on Mbappé to lead its football push, signaling a Nike setback
business22 days ago

On bets on Mbappé to lead its football push, signaling a Nike setback

Swiss sportswear group On Holding AG signed Kylian Mbappé to lead its entry into football, a move that represents a notable setback for Nike and signals a long-term strategy to launch boots in 2027, followed by kits and lifestyle products. The plan leverages On’s LightSpray technology and a Federer-inspired partnership model to accelerate growth in a football-dominated market, with On stock rising and Mbappé’s switch echoing recent moves like Lamine Yamal’s switch to Adidas.

Güler, Mbappé spark Madrid to 3-2 win over Elche
sports25 days ago

Güler, Mbappé spark Madrid to 3-2 win over Elche

Real Madrid edged Elche 3-2 as Arda Güler (8) and Kylian Mbappé (8.5, 1 goal, 1 assist) starred, Mbappé also delivering a key pass. Aurélien Tchouaméni (8) and Yan Diomande (8) impressed in midfield/attack, while Vinícius Júnior had a tough game (3). Jude Bellingham (8) created the decisive move with a through-ball, and Carlos Espí scored the late winner. Endrick and Denzel Dumfries were unused. The piece also lists comprehensive player ratings for Madrid and notes Elche's two goals.

Mbappe Sparks Mourinho's Real Madrid Reboot
sports1 month ago

Mbappe Sparks Mourinho's Real Madrid Reboot

Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho, now calmer and more confident, praises Kylian Mbappe as an extraordinary talent who could spark a title-winning phase for Madrid after last season’s trophy drought. The piece frames Mourinho’s renewed optimism around Mbappe’s form and impact, including recent on-field moments such as Mbappe scoring in a 4-1 win over Real Sociedad, as Real Madrid eyes renewed Champions League success.

Five Takeaways From Real Madrid's Schalke Preseason Win
real-madrid-cf-friendlies1 month ago

Five Takeaways From Real Madrid's Schalke Preseason Win

Real Madrid cruised to a 3-0 win over Schalke in a preseason friendly. Mbappé opened with a sharp early goal and looked lively, Vinícius Júnior appeared off pace in the early fixtures, Fede Valverde showed better balance alongside Bernardo Silva, Mourinho faces a tactical puzzle to fit Arda Güler and Jude Bellingham together, and Carlos Espi stood out with strong pressing and hold‑up play.

sports3 months ago

Mbappé’s chase meets Spain’s possession as Bastille Day semifinal heats up in Dallas

France enter the Dallas semifinal as favorites after a string of multi-goal wins and Mbappé’s record-chasing form, while Spain dominate possession but face Lamine Yamal’s fitness doubts and the test of breaking through a France side powered by Mbappé, Dembélé, and creator Michael Olise; with Bastille Day on the line, the winner advances to the final in a clash that already feels final-like.

Yamal Breaks European Youngest-Winner Record as Spain Reach World Cup 2026 Last 16
sports3 months ago

Yamal Breaks European Youngest-Winner Record as Spain Reach World Cup 2026 Last 16

Lamine Yamal starred as Spain beat Austria 3-0 to reach the World Cup 2026 last 16, becoming the youngest European player to win 10 major-tournament matches and surpassing Mbappé; he and Barcelona teammate Cubarsi were the first teenagers to start a World Cup game together since 1958, as Spain head to Dallas to face either Croatia or Portugal.

France’s surgical blitz confirms their World Cup title favorite status
sports3 months ago

France’s surgical blitz confirms their World Cup title favorite status

France extended its World Cup dominance by routing Sweden 2-0 in the knockout round, with Mbappé scoring again to set the knockout goals record while a rejuvenated Olise–Barcola pairing sparked a fluid, relentless attack; the display solidifies France as the team to beat and tightens their path toward a final as Deschamps reshapes the squad with fresh talent.

Messi Takes Golden Boot Lead as World Cup 2026 Scope Widens
sports3 months ago

Messi Takes Golden Boot Lead as World Cup 2026 Scope Widens

Argentina captain Lionel Messi moved to the top of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Golden Boot standings with 6 goals after coming on as a substitute and scoring a superb free-kick against Jordan; Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembele are tied for second with 4 goals each, while Vinícius Júnior and Erling Haaland also have 4, as Argentina finish the group stage with three wins.