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France star Mbappe vows to increase defensive work after criticism

France star Mbappe vows to increase defensive work after criticism

Summary

France football star Kylian Mbappe has promised to work harder on his defensive skills as the French team prepares for the World Cup game against Senegal. Mbappe admits he needs to improve in defense to help his team win and says he is ready to do whatever it takes.

Key Facts

  • Mbappe is the captain of France’s national football team.
  • He plays as a striker for Real Madrid and moved there in 2024.
  • Mbappe has faced criticism for his defensive performance and leadership.
  • His teammate Ousmane Dembele said the criticism of Mbappe has been too harsh.
  • Statistics show Mbappe ranks very low among top European league players for defensive actions.
  • Mbappe has scored 12 goals in 14 World Cup matches, including a hat-trick in the 2022 final.
  • He will try to become France’s all-time top scorer in his first World Cup as captain.
  • France will play Senegal, Iraq, and Norway in their World Cup group stage matches.
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