Kylian Mbappe, the Paris Saint-Germain superstar, once again failed to deliver for the French national team as they suffered a disappointing 2-0 defeat to Italy in their latest international friendly. The loss has raised concerns about France’s form ahead of the upcoming UEFA Euro 2025.
A Disappointing Performance
Mbappe, who has been in sensational form for PSG this season, struggled to make an impact against Italy. The 24-year-old was often isolated and unable to influence the game. His performance was a far cry from the dazzling displays he has produced at club level.
Italy’s Efficient Display
In contrast to France’s underwhelming performance, Italy were clinical and efficient in front of goal. The Azzurri scored twice in the second half.
Italy’s victory was a significant boost to their confidence after a disappointing Euro 2020 campaign. The team is rebuilding under the guidance of new manager [Manager Name] and is showing signs of improvement.
Concerns for France
The defeat to Italy is a major setback for France, who were considered one of the favorites to win Euro 2025. The team has struggled to find consistency since their World Cup triumph in 2018.
Mbappe’s failure to perform at his best is a particular concern for France. The forward is undoubtedly one of the best players in the world, but he has often struggled to replicate his club form at international level.
The Future of French Football
France has a wealth of young talent, but the team needs to find a way to harness that potential. The defeat to Italy is a reminder that there is still much work to be done to ensure that France remains a dominant force in European football.
Conclusion
Kylian Mbappe’s disappointing performance against Italy has once again raised questions about his ability to deliver for the French national team. While the defeat is a setback, France still have time to turn things around before Euro 2025.
The team will need to improve their performances and find a way to get Mbappe firing on all cylinders if they are to have any chance of winning the European Championship.
