Mbappe Calls Zidane's Coaching Role a 'Film' Moment
Kylian Mbappe expressed excitement over Zinedine Zidane's appointment as the new head coach of the France National Team, describing it as a "film" moment. Zidane will lead France for the first time on Friday against Turkey in the Nations League, having succeeded Didier Deschamps, who ended his 14-year tenure after France's World Cup semi-final loss to Spain in July.
Mbappe reminisced about his first encounter with Zidane during a trial for Real Madrid's youth academy when he was around 13 or 14 years old. He emphasized the significance of this new era for France, stating they have two years to prepare for Euro 2028, starting with four Nations League matches.
Additionally, Mbappe has had a strong start to the season with Real Madrid, scoring eight goals in his first eight appearances, although he did not score in a recent derby loss to Atletico Madrid. He acknowledged the need for improvement at Real Madrid under Jose Mourinho to regain competitiveness.
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