Kylian Mbappé sustains left knee tendon injury during France match
- Kylian Mbappé sustained a left knee tendon injury during France’s 1-0 victory over Turkey in the UEFA Nations League on September 26, 2026.
- Making his managerial debut for the French national team, head coach Zinedine Zidane pulled Mbappé off the field in the 59th minute, replacing him with Liverpool winger Désiré...
- Local French media outlets indicated that the left knee issue likely developed as Mbappé planted his foot right before releasing his shot.
Kylian Mbappé sustained a left knee tendon injury during France’s 1-0 victory over Turkey in the UEFA Nations League on September 26, 2026. Playing at the Kocaeli Stadium in Izmit, the Real Madrid forward scored the game’s opening goal in the 54th minute before immediately signaling for medical assistance and limping off the pitch.
Zidane Confirms Injury Severity After Debut Win
Making his managerial debut for the French national team, head coach Zinedine Zidane pulled Mbappé off the field in the 59th minute, replacing him with Liverpool winger Désiré Doué. Speaking to French television after the match, Zidane addressed the forward’s physical condition directly. No, the conditions are not good. Unfortunately, they are not good,
Zidane stated, as reported by Kompas.com, adding that the team would not take any unnecessary risks with the player’s health.
Local French media outlets indicated that the left knee issue likely developed as Mbappé planted his foot right before releasing his shot. He did not celebrate the goal, immediately grabbing his left leg in visible discomfort.
Next Steps and Impending Fixtures for Les Bleus
The French Football Federation confirmed that Mbappé will return to Madrid to undergo medical examinations and receive treatment. Berimbangnews.com noted that the forward has not yet been assigned a replacement in the squad. The timing of the injury places his availability in jeopardy for upcoming international fixtures, as Les Bleus prepare to face Belgium in Brussels on September 28, 2026, followed by a home match against Italy on October 2, 2026.
Real Madrid is monitoring the situation closely ahead of domestic league action, with club officials and supporters awaiting scan results to determine whether Mbappé will be fit to face Valencia on October 10, 2026. The match against Turkey marked Mbappé’s 107th appearance for the French national team, bringing his international goal tally to 67.