Didier Deschamps clarifies Kylian Mbappe ankle issue after France's win
Didier Deschamps has confirmed that Kylian Mbappe felt ankle pain during France's World Cup quarter-final victory over Morocco.
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France secured their spot in the World Cup semi-finals with a 2-0 win over Morocco. While the victory was comprehensive, concern arose when captain Kylian Mbappe was substituted in the 77th minute with ice applied to his right ankle.
Manager Didier Deschamps addressed the situation after the match, confirming that his star forward was dealing with a physical issue:
Kylian had a slight ankle issue; he was feeling some pain. Didier Deschamps
The scare did not appear severe, as the forward was later seen celebrating the team's victory on the pitch. Reaching a third consecutive World Cup semi-final is a testament to the squad's quality, according to Deschamps, who emphasized the importance of collective readiness.
The French squad now shifts their focus to recovery ahead of Tuesday's semi-final in Dallas. They will face the winner of the Spain versus Belgium clash.