Here is the latest update from the ongoing FIFA World Cup as of 2026-07-27 14:46:00.
Kylian Mbappé has expressed gratitude to fans for their unwavering support during the recent FIFA World Cup 2026. In a heartfelt message on social media, he acknowledged that France’s inability to secure the championship “hurts, and will hurt for a while.”
Mbappé’s Performance and Reflections
The forward, who captained the national team, secured the Golden Boot by scoring 10 goals in eight matches. France faced elimination at the hands of Spain in the semifinals. Having participated in three World Cups, Mbappé previously celebrated victory in 2018 but faced defeat to Argentina in the 2022 final.
“We’re not bringing a collective trophy home. It hurts, and it will hurt for a while,” Mbappé shared on Instagram. “I won’t pretend otherwise. I’m proud to have won the Golden Boot, but it would have meant far more with the World Cup beside it. Maybe we owed you a better ending. But we don’t always get to choose how the story ends. We choose what we put into it, and we gave it everything. That much we can be proud of.”
France’s Journey in the Tournament
France was among the favorites to win the tournament, topping Group I before defeating Sweden, Paraguay, and Morocco in the knockout stage. The team, however, fell 2-0 to Spain in the semifinals.
Throughout the tournament, Mbappé scored in six of his eight matches, including multiple goals against Senegal, Iraq, and Sweden, and netting two more in a thrilling 6-4 loss to England for third place.
“Thank you to my teammates,” he added. “Without their work and support, I could never have scored so many goals. This award belongs to the team as much as it belongs to me.”
Reflecting on his journey, he mentioned, “As a kid, I dreamed of playing in a World Cup. Just one. I’ve now played in three, won one, and this year I had the immense honor of captaining my country. I will never forget it.”
Following this campaign, France coach Didier Deschamps has stepped down after a 14-year tenure. Mbappé thanked him and his staff, recognizing the efforts of everyone involved, including behind-the-scenes personnel.
As he gears up for training with Real Madrid for the upcoming season, France prepares for the UEFA Nations League games. Zinedine Zidane is expected to take the reins as Deschamps’ successor.
In closing, Mbappé remarked, “This World Cup has come to an end, but the story goes on. There will be other matches, other nights in summer and winter when we’ll come together again over this same game. Our journey together is far from over.”
FAQs
What did Kylian Mbappé say about the World Cup outcome?
Mbappé expressed it “hurts” that France did not win, stating they owed fans a better ending.
What has Mbappé achieved in the World Cup?
Mbappé has played in three World Cups, won the tournament in 2018, and received the Golden Boot in 2026.
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- Source: www.espn.com – SOCCER
- Published: 2026-07-27 14:46:00
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