French team: Kylian Mbappé absent from training

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By: Manu Tournoux

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Three days before the French team’s first Nations League match in Türkiye, Zinedine Zidane’s men are preparing for the match at Clairefontaine. Gathered since yesterday, the Blues have been training since 5:30 p.m.

A training session open to the public and the media which will be followed by a signing session and photos with the supporters from 6:45 p.m. Unfortunately for Kylian Mbappé fans, the captain of the Tricolores will not be there. Victim of a flu syndrome, the Real Madrid player did not participate in today’s training.

Manu Tournoux

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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.