Instead of Mbappé. Tchouaméni will captain the French national team in the October matches
Steven Perez
Dailysports's expert
Kylian Mbappé will miss two October matches for the French national team. As he is the team captain, the question arose as to who would replace him.
Details: In a press conference ahead of the match against Israel, midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni announced that he will captain the French national team in the next two games.
Quote: "It is a great pride and responsibility. We had a discussion with the coach, and he informed me of this decision. I am very happy," Tchouaméni shared his feelings.
Reminder: In the coming days, the French national team will play UEFA Nations League matches against Israel and Belgium. Head coach Didier Deschamps commented on the situation regarding Kylian Mbappé's absence.
Additionally, Atlético Madrid forward and French national team player Antoine Griezmann has decided to retire from international duty.