Kylian Mbappé sustained a broken nose during the France vs Austria match, reminiscent of Zidane’s thigh injury during the 2002 World Cup. The French medical team was in a frenzy, racing against time to swiftly restore the captain of the French national team.
Didier Deschamps, the French national team coach, confirmed that Mbappé will eventually need surgery. However, for now, the player is expected to return, likely during the Euro 2024 Round of 16, should France qualify.
According to RMC, swift action from the French medical staff was crucial. Upon returning to the locker room, Kylian Mbappé was promptly attended to. Dr. Le Gall quickly noticed Mbappé’s difficulty in breathing, in addition to the pain. “Despite the suffering, he gritted his teeth and showed great courage when the medical staff straightened his nasal septum in the locker room moments after the final whistle,” RMC reported. Mbappé was subsequently transported to the Düsseldorf hospital for further treatment.