Kylian Mbappe has addressed the growing speculation linking his international colleague Michael Olise with a sensational move to Real Madrid. While the Frenchman admitted that the Bayern Munich winger is a talent coveted by every major side, he stopped short of urging a transfer to the Santiago Bernabeu.
France captain Kylian Mbappe has been ruled out of group training at Clairefontaine after suffering from flu symptoms ahead of the Nations League. The Real Madrid forward remained indoors during preparations, posing an early selection test for new manager Zinedine Zidane as Les Bleus gear up for challenging consecutive away trips against Turkey and Belgium.
Brentford full-back Michael Kayode addressed interest from Inter Milan and the Nigerian Football Federation following his maiden Italy call-up. The 22-year-old insisted staying in the Premier League and representing the Azzurri were easy choices.
Rennes forward Esteban Lepaul reflected on his dream maiden France call-up under new manager Zinedine Zidane. The Ligue 1 top scorer detailed receiving passes from the icon in training and sitting through an inspiring national team history video.
Como goalkeeper Jean Butez became the oldest player to earn a maiden France call-up in half a century after replacing the injured Robin Risser. The 31-year-old received the surprise call from Zinedine Zidane before training under legendary goalkeeping coach Fabien Barthez.
Kylian Mbappe has been told he should “never talk about the Ballon d’Or”, with fellow World Cup winner Frank Leboeuf telling GOAL why the Real Madrid ‘Galactico’ is coming across as selfish when compared to in-form Barcelona star Raphinha. Mbappe has been talking up his claims to the most prestigious of Golden Balls, but is expected to miss out again in 2026.
Zinedine Zidane has officially begun his journey as the new head coach of the France national team, and the early signs suggest a significant departure from the previous regime. Following his first squad announcement and initial training sessions at Clairefontaine, observers have already noted a distinct change in atmosphere and strategy.
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Dayot Upamecano could not hide his admiration after witnessing Zinedine Zidane showcase his trademark quality during his first training session in charge of France. The Bayern Munich centre-back joined twelve members of the 23-man squad at Clairefontaine on Monday, relishing the chance to absorb wisdom from their celebrated new head coach.
Zinedine Zidane formally launched his tenure in charge of France on Monday by conducting his inaugural training session at Clairefontaine. Chelsea defender Maxence Lacroix could not hide his admiration after stepping onto the pitch alongside the legendary former playmaker as Les Bleus kick off a UEFA Nations League campaign this autumn.
Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe has moved to dismiss suggestions of a growing rift between himself and France team-mate Ousmane Dembele. The two forwards are set to go head-to-head for the 2026 Ballon d’Or, but Mbappe insists their friendship remains intact despite the high-stakes individual competition.
Kylian Mbappe has expressed his delight at reuniting with Zinedine Zidane, describing the appointment of the new France national team coach as a cinematic moment. The pair first met when the former midfielder invited a young Mbappe to trial at Real Madrid over a decade ago, and they will now work together following the departure of Didier Deschamps.
Manchester City playmaker Rayan Cherki has expressed his excitement ahead of Zinedine Zidane’s highly anticipated debut as France manager. The 23-year-old is relishing the opportunity to link up with the legendary coach during the international break.
Zinedine Zidane will receive a bespoke and enhanced security detail for his tenure as manager of the France national team. The 1998 World Cup winner requires unprecedented protection to manage the intense fanaticism surrounding his return to Les Bleus following Didier Deschamps' departure.
Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has firmly denied having any involvement in the recent decision made by new France boss Zinedine Zidane to omit midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni from the national team squad. The Portuguese coach expressed his surprise at the news but fully supported the move, which allows the player to properly recover from an ongoing groin injury.
New France head coach Zinedine Zidane has unveiled his maiden squad, handing surprise debut call-ups to Jacquet, Diouf, and Da Cunha alongside Restes and Lepaul. The former Real Madrid manager confirmed Kylian Mbappe as captain while turning the page on veteran figures.
As the new France manager, Zinedine Zidane has outlined his tactical vision for Kylian Mbappe, confirming the star will remain captain while hinting at a positional change. The legendary coach also addressed concerns about the forward's defensive work rate and tactfully avoided discussing the political controversies surrounding the national team ahead of the 2027 elections.
Zinedine Zidane has officially unveiled his first squad as manager of the France national team ahead of their upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures. He has selected a 23-man squad, relying on established core players led by Kylian Mbappe, while also handing debut call-ups to five uncapped talents as he finally begins his highly anticipated tenure today.
Zinedine Zidane has imposed a strict media lockdown for his first training camp as France manager at Clairefontaine. The former Real Madrid boss aims to scrap the traditional player arrival fashion shows and restore total focus on football.
Liverpool defender Jeremy Jacquet has been pre-selected for the France national team by Zinedine Zidane following his impressive start to life at Anfield. The 21-year-old centre-back could be set for his maiden senior international appearance in the upcoming fixtures.
Kylian Mbappe has reportedly alienated several of his France team-mates following his controversial public remarks regarding the Ballon d'Or. Ousmane Dembele is said to be particularly furious, viewing the comments as a betrayal, which has led to a tense atmosphere and the formation of two separate factions within the national team dressing room ahead of their upcoming fixtures.
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Kylian Mbappe has broken his silence on France’s painful exit from the 2026 World Cup, refusing to label the semi-final defeat to Spain as the lowest point of his illustrious career. The Real Madrid superstar remains defiant despite the setback, insisting that the Les Bleus' hunger for international glory remain completely intact.
Former France international Christophe Dugarry has delivered a scathing assessment of Kylian Mbappe, following the Real Madrid star's recent comments regarding his individual accolades. The 1998 World Cup winner believes the forward's public pursuit of personal glory undermines his responsibilities as a leader for both club and country.
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