Kylian Mbappé Left Out of France Squad for Upcoming UEFA Nations League Fixtures
Kylian Mbappé has been excluded from Didier Deschamps’ squad for France’s upcoming UEFA Nations League matches, following a difficult start to the 2024/25 season at Real Madrid.
The French forward has been in the spotlight for his struggles to find his footing at Madrid, as the team has faced challenges under Carlo Ancelotti, sitting behind Barcelona in both La Liga and the Champions League standings.
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Mbappé’s omission from the Nations League squad has raised questions, but Deschamps addressed the decision during his squad announcement, explaining: “I had several conversations with him. I thought about it carefully and made this decision for this gathering. I believe it’s the best choice. I’m not here to argue. What I can tell you is two things: Kylian wanted to come, and it’s not any off-field issues that influenced the decision, as long as the presumption of innocence remains.”
“It’s a one-off decision for this gathering and the two upcoming matches,” Deschamps said regarding Mbappé’s exclusion.
He continued: “This is my choice, and I believe it’s the best one. I understand it may not satisfy everyone, but I’m not here to engage in a debate that could lead to unnecessary interpretations. I won’t say more on the matter, as I take full responsibility for this decision.”
Deschamps went on to emphasize the difficulty of his role: “I often face hard choices. These are significant, tough decisions I have to make, no matter the opinions surrounding them. Behind each player is a person, and when I select a squad, it’s not just about making people happy.”
He concluded: “It is my responsibility to make these decisions, and I fully stand by them. I have to live with the consequences, and sometimes they are tough, depending on how individuals perceive them.”
France will face Israel on November 14 and Italy on November 16 in their upcoming Nations League fixtures.