
Zidane Names Mbappe as Captain in First France Squad Announcement
New national team coach Zinedine Zidane unveiled his first squad selection, confirming Kylian Mbappe as captain ahead of upcoming matches against Turkey and Belgium.

New national team coach Zinedine Zidane unveiled his first squad selection, confirming Kylian Mbappe as captain ahead of upcoming matches against Turkey and Belgium.

France captain becomes face of On's new football push as Thierry Henry joins as football director

Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé has drawn criticism from conservative and far-right figures in Spain and France after he was seen partially covering a t-shirt referencing Ceuta, the Spanish enclave affected by migration issues.

Kylian Mbappé, Vinicius Junior and Ibrahima Konaté drew criticism in Spain after covering part of a solidarity message referencing Ceuta before a match, reigniting debate over migration and Spain's relationship with Morocco.

Real Madrid forward's remarks follow an incident in which teammates covered up a message of support for Ceuta ahead of a match against Elche.

The three footballers partially covered a Ceuta solidarity slogan worn by their teams, according to a report from Al Jazeera.

Before a match between Elche and Real Madrid, three Madrid players partially hid a message of support for Ceuta residents on their jerseys, sparking controversy in Spain, according to France 24.

The French forward has gone without a trophy in his first two seasons at Real Madrid but says World Cup goals could boost his case for football's top individual award, according to a report by Al Jazeera.

Goals from Bellingham and Carreras eased pressure on Madrid manager Mourinho after the team's previous league defeat.

Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe has said 2024 could present a strong opportunity for him to claim the Ballon d'Or for the first time, according to BBC Sport.

Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe begins the Champions League season amid discussion of his Ballon d'Or prospects, according to Al Jazeera.

Eight-time winner Lionel Messi joins Kylian Mbappé and Harry Kane among 30 nominees, while Cape Verde's Vozinha is shortlisted for the Yashin Trophy after his World Cup performances, France 24 reported.