France captain Kylian Mbappé set to miss Italy game

Kylian Mbappé (27) looks set to miss France’s UEFA Nations League meeting against Italy tomorrow after feeling discomfort in his hamstring, according to a report from L’Équipe . The publication reported earlier today that the Real Madrid forward was absent from first-team training ahead of this afternoon’s flight to Milan. He is France’s fourth injury concern of this international break. Aurélien Tchouaméni, Pierre Kalulu, and Marcus Thuram have all already withdrawn from the side. The Real Madrid forward was also forced to withdraw early from the last international camp, Zinédine Zidane’s first as manager of Les Bleus. Mbappé could, however, yet participate for France during this current camp. Whilst L’Équipe understands that it is likely that he misses out against Italy on Thursday, it is not thought that the issue is serious. As a result, it is hoped that he will be able to return for the Nations League game against Turkiye on Sunday. GFFN | Luke Entwistle