France HubThe France team faces Israel in the Nations League without Kylian Mbappé. Dayot Upamecano defended his captain during a press conference.
What happened?
Dayot Upamecano spoke about the absence of Kylian Mbappé, who was not selected for the second time in a row.
The Bayern Munich defender defended the Real Madrid player: « No. We must not forget what he has done for the France team. We lack a bit of recognition towards him. »
Why does it matter for France?
The absence of Kylian Mbappé is a major concern. Dayot Upamecano repeated that Mbappé remains his captain and that he hopes for his return.
| Date | Opponent | Location |
|---|---|---|
| November 14 | Israel | Away |
| November 17 | Italy | Away |
What comes next?
The France team has two matches to play in 2024 with the ambition of finishing the year at the top of their group. They currently occupy second place, one point behind Italy.
Dayot Upamecano mentioned the importance of Kylian Mbappé for the team: « He's a great player and also a friend. I know what he's capable of. »
