France captain Kylian Mbappé has described the tumultuous events back home as a pivotal moment for French history
France captain Kylian Mbappé urges vote against rising ‘extremes’ in electionFrance kick off Euro 2024 campaign against Austria on MondayKylian Mbappé has found himself at the centre of his country’s political turmoil on the eve of France’s opening game at Euro 2024, describing the tumultuous events back home as a pivotal moment for French history.
The move plunged France into political uncertainty and has roiled financial markets, with Macron’s gamble offering the far-right a shot at real political power that could weaken his presidency three years before it ends. While saying that it rejected any pressure and political use of the national team, the French federation said players were free to express their views.Forward Marcus Thuram urged people to “fight daily”to prevent RN from gaining power, and Mbappé tackled the situation head-on.
“Kylian Mbappé is against extreme views and against ideas that divide people. I want to be proud to represent France, I don’t want to represent a country that doesn’t correspond to my values, or our values.”
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