Kylian Mbappé published an open letter to French supporters titled “Merci.” reflecting on France’s exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where Les Bleus fell 2-0 to eventual champions Spain in the semi-finals on July 14.
Reflecting on a Defeat Against the Eventual Champions
France’s campaign in the 2026 World Cup came to a halt in the semi-final round on July 14, when the squad dropped a 2-0 decision to Spain. The Spanish side went on to claim the tournament title. Writing from his vacation, Mbappé addressed the supporters directly in his published letter, acknowledging the disappointment of falling short at the penultimate hurdle while paying tribute to the backing the team received throughout the competition.
The Leadership and Role of the Captain
His open letter serves as a formal acknowledgment of the collective effort put forth by Didier Deschamps’ squad.
Looking Ahead to the Next International Cycle
With the summer tournament concluded, the French national team turns its focus toward the resumption of competitive play and qualification fixtures.
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