France national team captain Kylian Mbappe recently suggested that the current squad does not rank as the most formidable group he has participated in. The 27-year-old forward made these remarks to the press following a 2-0 victory against Morocco in the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals.
Mbappe, who secured a championship title with Les Bleus in 2018 and experienced a final defeat to Argentina in 2022, acknowledged the high expectations surrounding his team. While many observers consider France the top contender for this year’s trophy, Mbappe emphasized that a team’s greatness is only proven by tournament success. He noted that while this specific iteration of the team may not be the strongest, it possesses significant potential.
France now prepares for a semi-final encounter against either Belgium or Spain.
