Mbappe Defends Dembele Ahead of Iraq Match in World Cup
Kylian Mbappe, the captain of the French national team, publicly defended his teammate Ousmane Dembele, who plays for Paris Saint-Germain, in light of criticism regarding his performance during the World Cup 2026 opener against Senegal. Ahead of France's second match against Iraq, Mbappe reminded everyone of Dembele's status as a Ballon d'Or winner.
He expressed confidence in Dembele's abilities, noting that he had reviewed the game and recognized Dembele's significant contributions, particularly in the first half where he was one of the best four attackers. Mbappe highlighted that Dembele's strategic play in the second half created opportunities for the team, ultimately leading to the first goal.
He reassured that the team has full confidence in Dembele's skills and contributions.
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