France faced a mixed start to Euro 2024, securing a 1-0 victory over Austria on Monday night but losing star forward Kylian Mbappe to a suspected broken nose late in the game.
The match saw an own goal from Maximilian Wober decide the outcome in favor of Didier Deschamps’ team.
However, Mbappe’s injury casts a shadow over their campaign, ruling him out of the upcoming clash against the Netherlands this Friday.
There remains hope that Mbappe could recover in time to face Poland next week.
In addition to Mbappe’s setback, France has been dealt further injury blows.
According to reports, defenders William Saliba and Dayot Upamecano were absent from training on Wednesday due to muscular issues.
This compounds the challenges for Deschamps as he prepares his squad for crucial matches in Group B of the tournament.
The absence of Mbappe, a key offensive asset for France, presents a significant challenge.
His potential return against Poland will hinge on his recovery progress in the coming days.
Meanwhile, the sidelined defensive pair, Saliba and Upamecano, adds to Deschamps’ selection headaches as he aims to maintain defensive solidity amidst mounting injury concerns.
France’s depth will be tested as they navigate through the group stage, facing tough opponents in the Netherlands and Poland.
The team’s ability to adapt and perform in the absence of key players will be pivotal in their pursuit of Euro 2024 success.
Article updated 2 months ago. Content is written and modified by multiple authors.
