Kylian Mbappe Suffers Knee Injury During Match
Summary
Kylian Mbappe has suffered a left knee injury during France’s 1-0 win over Turkey, with Real Madrid confirming hyperextension in the posterior capsule. His availability for France’s upcoming Nations League matches and Real Madrid fixtures is now uncertain.
Key Points
- Real Madrid says Kylian Mbappe has hyperextension in the posterior capsule of his left left knee after a medical examination.
- Mbappe scored the winning goal for France against Turkey but then appeared to struggle with knee discomfort and left the match injured.
- France coach Zinedine Zidane said he will not take risks with Mbappe and it is unlikely he will play in the next matches.
- Mbappe could miss Real Madrid’s match against Villarreal, though he is expected to recover in time for El Clásico against Barcelona.