Kylian Mbappé, who suffered a broken nose, is a focal point for concern within the French national team: the medical staff aims for his return during the Euro, although not immediately.
Didier Deschamps, the coach of Les Bleus, remains optimistic about his captain’s return despite the inevitable need for surgery. “He was already feeling a bit better this morning, so we’ll see and monitor closely day by day,” he said.
Mbappé will not play against the Netherlands on Friday, a crucial match for qualification. If France wins, it secures qualification and allows Mbappé to rest for the third group stage match against Poland on Tuesday, June 25.
Meanwhile, a custom-made mask will be crafted for Mbappé. The forward will then need to adjust to it. According to L’Equipe, the star is expected to return for the knockout stages of the Euro.
