Mbappe ruled out of France’s Nations League game against Italy
Coach Zinedine Zidane said they would take no risks after the Real Madrid forward felt some pain in his hamstring.
Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe has been ruled out of France's upcoming Nations League match against Italy, according to coach Zinedine Zidane. The 23-year-old will miss the game due to a hamstring injury, with Zidane stating that they wouldn't take any risks regarding their captain's health. France is set to play Italy in Milan on Thursday in their bid to solidify their position at the top of Group A1. The match will take place before their Sunday encounter with Turkey in Bordeaux.
Mbappe, who has scored 17 goals in all competitions for his club this season, was initially included in the France squad following his recovery from injuries that sidelined him for their last three matches. He scored the decisive goal in Zidane's first match as coach, securing a win against Turkey in September's Nations League game. However, he had to leave the field shortly after due to discomfort in his left knee.
A victory over Italy would see France advance to the quarter-finals of the competition.
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