Mbappe

2024 - 7 - 1

Kylian Mbappe's Mask Dilemma: A Struggle in 3D Reality

Belgium national football team - Broken nose - Euro 2024 - France national football team - Jan Vertonghen - Kylian Mbappe - Real Madrid

Find out why Mbappe feels like he's playing in a virtual reality game with a mask on!

Kylian Mbappe, the superstar forward for France, recently suffered a broken nose during the European Championship, leading him to wear a protective mask against Belgium. Despite the discomfort, Mbappe is willing to take the risk and return to the pitch, describing the experience as 'horrible.' Playing with a mask, he expressed feeling like he was in a virtual reality game, making the entire situation challenging for the talented player.

As France faced Belgium in the Euro 2024 round of 16, Mbappe, the third-highest goalscorer for his country, showcased his determination by playing on with the mask. This decision came after his switch from Paris Saint-Germain to Real Madrid, adding another layer of pressure to his performance. Despite describing the mask as 'horrible,' Mbappe continued to lead his team, even as he struggled to adapt to the protective gear.

Mbappe's discomfort with the mask was evident as France navigated through the tournament, ultimately securing a spot in the quarterfinals. The challenging journey for Mbappe highlighted the resilience and dedication of the player, who overcame physical obstacles to support his team on the pitch.

In a tense moment during the match against Belgium, Mbappe's masked presence added to the intensity on the field. Fans noticed his fierce determination as tensions soared, showcasing the competitive spirit of the French captain. Despite the struggles, Mbappe's commitment to the game and his team remained unwavering, earning him admiration from football enthusiasts around the world.

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Why is Kylian Mbappe wearing a mask for France against Belgium ... (The Independent)

The superstar forward suffered a broken nose during France's opening win and is prepared to take a 'risk' by returning to the pitch.

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"...I had the impression I was playing in 3D” - Kylian Mbappé at Euro ... (Africanews English)

Kylian Mbappé felt like he was in a virtual reality game when playing in a mask to protect his broken nose at the European Championship.

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Kylian Mbappé says playing with a mask is 'horrible.' Why is he ... (KEYT)

By Matias Grez, CNN (CNN) — As France gets ready to face Belgium in the Euro 2024 round of 16 on Monday, star man Kylian Mbappé is still struggling.

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Euro 2024 round of 16: Why is Kylian Mbappe wearing a black mask ... (Sportstar)

Mbappe, who is the third-highest goalscorer for his country, recently changed clubs, moving on a free transfer from Paris Saint-Germain to Real Madrid.

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Mbappe finds face mask 'horrible' as France captain plays on with ... (Vietnam Investment Review)

France captain Kylian Mbappe admitted that playing with a mask to protect his broken nose was "absolutely horrible" as he prepared for Monday's last-16 ...

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Mbappe is uncomfortable playing in a protective mask | NEWS.am ... (Information-Analytic Agency NEWS.am)

Mbappe suffered a broken nose in the first match of the group stage of Euro 2024, France beat Austria 1- 0...

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Kylian Mbappé says playing with a mask is 'horrible.' Why is he ... (CNN)

As France gets ready to face Belgium in the Euro 2024 round of 16 on Monday, star man Kylian Mbappé is still struggling to get used to the protective ...

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Euro 2024 updates: Mbappé struggles again as France get lucky ... (ESPN)

France made it through to the quarterfinals. It wasn't pretty, and Kylian Mbappé had another difficult evening. Here's what happened.

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Moment furious masked Kylian Mbappe squares up to Jan ... (The Sun)

MASKED legend Kylian Mbappe squared up to Jan Vertonghen as tensions soared in France's nail-biting Euro 2024 KO of Belgium.Mbappe tumbled in the box.

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Kylian Mbappe celebrates in Jan Vertonghen's face minutes after ... (Daily Mail)

Mbappe rubbed salt in the wounds of the former Tottenham defender as he ran straight to him and shouted words in the Belgan's direction after the own-goal.

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Fans notice what Kylian Mbappe did to Jan Vertonghen after France ... (SPORTbible)

France and Belgium met in the round-of-16 of Euro 2024 on Monday, and the game looked destined for extra-time with neither side able to break the deadlock.

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Euro 2024: France through but scoring struggles and Kylian Mbappe ... (BBC News)

An own goal was enough to send France into the Euro 2024 quarter-finals at Belgium's expense but their scoring struggles remain a concern.

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Mbappé and France into Euro 2024 quarterfinals after Muani's late ... (KGET 17)

DUESSELDORF, Germany (AP) — Kylian Mbappé and France advanced to the European Championship quarterfinals after Randal Kolo Muani's deflected shot secured a ...

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Euro 2024 updates: Mbappé struggles again as France get lucky ... (ESPN.co.uk)

France made it through to the quarterfinals. It wasn't pretty, and Kylian Mbappé had another difficult evening. Here's what happened.

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Official: Mbappe, Tchouameni start for France vs Belgium | UEFA ... (Yahoo Sports)

With France aiming to make it through to the quarterfinals of the UEFA Euro 2024, Belgium stand in their way in the Round of 16 stages.

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Kylian Mbappe has last laugh after angry row with ex-Tottenham star ... (Mirror.co.uk)

Kylian Mbappe's France have managed to squeeze into the Euro 2024 quarter-finals with victory over Belgium and there were some unsavoury scenes between the ...

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Watch as Kylian Mbappe goads Jan Vertonghen over own-goal misery (Telegraph.co.uk)

France captain taunted Belgium defender after he deflected Randal Kolo Muani's effort past his own keeper to send France through.

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Mbappé and France into Euro 2024 quarterfinals after Kolo Muani's ... (The Associated Press)

Kylian Mbappé and France have advanced to the European Championship quarterfinals after Randal Kolo Muani's deflected shot secured a 1-0 win over Belgium.

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Kylian Mbappe says broken nose could be a 'target' for Belgium in ... (Eurosport.com)

France captain Kylian Mbappe admitted Belgium could target his broken nose when the two sides meet in the last 16 of Euro 2024.

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Euro 2024: France through but scoring struggles and Kylian Mbappe ... (BBC Sport)

An own goal was enough to send France into the Euro 2024 quarter-finals at Belgium's expense but their scoring struggles remain a concern.

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VIDEO: Kylian Mbappe rubs it in! France star celebrates in Jan ... (Goal.com)

Kylian Mbappe made a point of celebrating Jan Vertonghen's own goal in the Belgium defender's face as France progress to Euro 2024 quarter-finals.

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More changes to Mbappé face mask as France star's Euro 2024 ... (Africanews English)

The France captain is struggling with his peripheral vision in the masks that were fitted to protect his broken nose from his country's opening game at Euro ...

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Real Madrid Receives Bad News About Kylian Mbappe (Forbes)

After years of speculation and failed attempts to land him from either Monaco or Paris Saint-Germain, Mbappe has finally joined Los Blancos on a free transfer ...

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Why is Kylian Mbappé wearing a mask at Euro 2024? (iNews)

The captain of France has said that the face mask is 'horrible' and 'I hate it'. DORTMUND, GERMANY - JUNE 25: Kylian Mbapp?? of France wearing a protective ...

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Kylian Mbappé Struggles with Vision Issues (beIN SPORTS USA)

Kylian Mbappé broke his nose during France's debut in the Euro 2024 and was fortunate to continue in the tournament, albeit wearing a mask to which he has not ...

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