In a pre-Euro 2024 friendly match, France triumphed over Luxembourg with a 3-0 victory. Kylian Mbappe, one of the top strikers for Les Bleus, found the back of the net and regained his form after a less impressive performance in his previous national team games. The team's coach, Didier Deschamps, praised the contributions of veteran midfielder N'Golo Kante and substitute Bradley Barcola in the win. France's next test will be against Canada before they kick off their Euro 2024 campaign against Austria.
France Triumph Over Luxembourg in Friendly, Mbappe Returns to Form
In a pre-Euro 2024 friendly match, France secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Luxembourg at the Stade Raymond Kopa in Angers. Kylian Mbappe, the talismanic striker for Les Bleus, found the net and regained his scintillating form after a disappointing performance in his previous appearances for the national team.
During the match, Mbappe showcased his exceptional skill and pace, terrorizing the Luxembourg defense throughout. He netted the opening goal of the game in the 12th minute, followed by a clinical finish just before the half-time whistle. Antoine Griezmann added the third goal for France in the second half, sealing the comfortable victory.
Coach Didier Deschamps praised Mbappe's performance, stating, "He's a player who makes the difference. When he's in form, he's unstoppable." Deschamps also acknowledged the contributions of veteran midfielder N'Golo Kante and substitute Bradley Barcola, who both played key roles in the victory.
France's win over Luxembourg serves as a morale booster ahead of their upcoming friendly against Canada on Sunday. The team will then shift their focus to the Euro 2024 campaign, where they will open their tournament against Austria on June 14 in Munich.
Top 5 FAQs on France and Kylian Mbappe
1. What is France's ranking in FIFA World Rankings? As of March 2023, France is ranked 3rd in the FIFA World Rankings.
2. How many goals has Kylian Mbappe scored for France? Mbappe has scored 44 goals in 65 appearances for the French national team.
3. What is Kylian Mbappe's current transfer value? According to Transfermarkt, Mbappe's current transfer value is estimated to be around €160 million.
4. Who is the captain of the France national football team? Hugo Lloris is the captain of the France national football team.
5. When will France play their next match? France will play their next match against Canada in a friendly on Sunday, March 26.
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