Kylian Mbappe has sparked controversy after being spotted at a nightclub in Sweden on the same evening that France secured a 4-1 victory over Israel in the Nations League. The Real Madrid star opted out of France’s international fixtures, citing the need for rest following a recent hamstring injury. Despite his absence from the national squad, Mbappe featured for Real Madrid in recent matches, raising questions about his decision to skip international duty.
Mbappe, who dined out with friends in Stockholm on Thursday, reportedly continued his evening at a nightclub, further fueling criticism in France. Fans and media have pointed out the inconsistency in his availability for club football while skipping national team commitments.
France coach Didier Deschamps addressed Mbappe’s absence, explaining that the 25-year-old lacked adequate preparation due to limited match play after recovering from injury. Deschamps acknowledged the challenge of balancing the interests of clubs and national teams, especially since Mbappe, as France’s captain, holds significant responsibility within the squad.
Mbappe’s decision has caused a stir, especially considering his leadership role, and with France competing in important Nations League fixtures. The French Football Federation and Deschamps have been left to manage the situation, with Deschamps stressing the importance of finding players who can take on the captaincy in Mbappe’s absence.
