CdM 2026: Kylian Mbappé’s update on the Blues’ objective

Published: June 13, 2026

By: Manu Tournoux

Last night, against Northern Ireland (3-1), Kylian Mbappé was not really successful. In the meantime, the captain of the France team showed himself to be very ambitious when appearing in front of the Spanish media. At a time when the FFF has set a World Cup semi-final as a minimum objective, the Bondynois wants more than that.

“The goal is to win the World Cup. We are going to the United States to win the World Cup. I don’t understand this talk coming from the outside that the objective would be to reach the semi-finals. If the goal is to reach the semi-finals, once we get there, do we stop playing and go home? No ! The goal is to win. It’s everyone’s dream.”he confided in comments relayed by A.S..

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Manu Tournoux

Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.