Will Kylian Mbappe play in Italy vs France UEFA Nations League 2026-27 clash?
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Les Bleus might be without their star striker for the upcoming clash!
France are set to travel to the San Siro Stadium to take on Italy in a Group A fixture of the UEFA Nations League 2026-27 on Thursday, November 12, 2026. However, Les Bleus will have a big advantage for the upcoming contest, with star striker Kylian Mbappe being a major doubt against the Azzurri.
According to French publication L’Equipe, Kylian Mbappe suffered discomfort in his hamstring and was not part of the first-team training session on Wednesday. RMC Sport also reported that the Real Madrid forward missed the squad’s final practice before the French team departed for Milan.
While Mbappe has not been ruled out of the upcoming clash, he remains a major doubt. Even if there is a chance that he can play, Zinedine Zidane is unlikely to risk his captain against Italy.
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France’s medical staff are yet to provide a definitive update on whether Mbappe will play against Italy. However, they offered a brief update on the Real Madrid forward’s condition.
“At the moment, he is receiving treatment,” the statement read. “If necessary, we will provide further information later.”
Mbappe’s absence has left Zidane short of options up top. The Real Madrid forward is the fourth French player to suffer an injury setback, with Aurélien Tchouaméni, Pierre Kalulu and Marcus Thuram also being ruled out. Ousmane Dembele is also not part of the squad due to injury.
Even if Mbappe misses the match against Italy, hopes are that he will be fit enough to feature in France’s UEFA Nations League match against Turkiye on Sunday, November 15.
Les Bleus are currently at the top of Group A1 in the UEFA Nations League. Another win will surely secure a place in the quarter-finals.
Will Kylian Mbappe play in Italy vs France in UEFA Nations League 2026-27?
He is a major doubt for France’s match against Italy due to hamstring discomfort. His availability remains uncertain.
What injury does Kylian Mbappe have?
Mbappe has reportedly suffered hamstring discomfort and missed France’s final training session ahead of the Italy clash.
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