Kylian Mbappé Reaffirms Dedication to French National Team

The France captain addresses recent absences, mental health speculation, and challenges at Real Madrid in a wide-ranging interview.

Mbappé emphasized his unwavering commitment to the French national team, calling it the pinnacle of football, despite missing recent Nations League matches against Israel and Italy.
Coach Didier Deschamps cited both physical and mental struggles as reasons for Mbappé's exclusion, though the player denied experiencing depression and urged sensitivity around the topic.
The 25-year-old acknowledged the heightened expectations placed on him as captain compared to his predecessor, Hugo Lloris, and criticized those questioning his dedication to France.
Mbappé reflected on his challenging start at Real Madrid, where he has scored 11 goals in 21 games, and admitted the team's performance has not met fans' expectations so far this season.
He attributed some of his recent struggles to the demanding football calendar and fatigue, noting his commitment to playing for France even through injuries, such as a broken nose during Euro 2024.