Kylian Mbappé has alleviated concerns regarding an ankle injury sustained during France's 2-0 victory over Morocco in the World Cup quarterfinals on July 9, 2026, at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. After receiving treatment on the pitch, he assured fans, saying, "I'm all good."
Mbappé's Performance and Injury Update
During the match, Mbappé was substituted in the 77th minute after receiving a knock on his ankle. He walked off the field applauding the crowd and was seen sitting on the bench with ice on his right foot. Despite the injury scare, a source confirmed to ESPN, "There are no concerns to have on Kylian's ankle."
Mbappé, who scored his eighth goal of the tournament, expressed confidence in his recovery. He stated, "I got a knock on the ankle, but it's all good. JP [Mateta] was more able than me to play the last 15 minutes." His performance was instrumental in leading France to the semifinals, mirroring their success from the previous World Cup.
France's Journey to the Semifinals
The victory against Morocco marks a significant achievement for France, as it comes four years after a similar win in the 2022 semifinals. Mbappé, who is known for his strong connection with Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi, emphasized the competitive spirit of the match, stating, "Here, there is no sentiment. There are no emotions. I'm here to win and he [Hakimi] was here to win too."
