Paris, Oct 9, 2025 (AFP) - Mbappe 'relaxed' and ready to play in France's World Cup qualifiers

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2025-10-09

France captain Kylian Mbappe said Thursday he was feeling relaxed with his life in Madrid and was in good shape as his nation seeks to move to the brink of World Cup qualification as they face Azerbaijan in Paris. Mbappe had received treatment for a "small niggle" in his right ankle picked up playing for Real Madrid last weekend. "The coach (Didier Deschamps) wants me to play. I don't think there will be a major problem," Mbappe told reporters on......

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