Summary
Kylian Mbappe will not play in France's qualifying match against Iceland due to a sore right ankle. France could secure a place in the 2026 World Cup with a win over Iceland, along with Ukraine's defeat of Azerbaijan.
Key Facts
- Kylian Mbappe injured his right ankle and won't play against Iceland.
- He initially hurt the ankle playing for Real Madrid and got two more knocks during a victory over Azerbaijan.
- Mbappe scored in the match against Azerbaijan but left the game due to injury.
- The French team confirmed he will return to his club, Real Madrid, and won't be replaced in the lineup.
- Mbappe is one of several forwards unavailable for France in October's World Cup qualifiers.
- France could qualify for the World Cup with a win against Iceland and if Ukraine loses to Azerbaijan.
- Adrien Rabiot and Florian Thauvin also scored in France's match against Azerbaijan.
