Kylian Mbappé discusses tactical errors that led to France's exit from the World Cup semi-finals

Following the loss, France will now participate in the third-place playoff. Mbappé, who had been a bright star of the tournament, scoring eight goals in an attack that attracted global attention, saw his ambitions of reaching a third consecutive final abruptly cut short. The final stage concluded at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, where Spain delivered a masterclass.

Speaking to French broadcaster M6, Mbappé admitted that the result was an 'immense disappointment' for the players. He noted that the team failed to play in the style they planned, whether tactically, technically, or in terms of overall level of play. According to him, you cannot win in the World Cup semi-final if you do not fulfill the set objectives.

Tactical Problems in Midfield

Mbappé pointed to the main problem in the midfield area. The French pairing of Adrien Rabiot and Aurélien Tchouaméni was quickly overwhelmed by the talented trio of Spain: Rodri, Dani Olmo, and Fabián Ruiz. The player explained that the team was constantly outnumbered in the center of the field, playing in a three-against-two ratio, which became a serious problem against Spain and led to the defeat.

Looking to the Future of the Team

Despite the tough exit from the tournament, Mbappé emphasized that the squad is already focused on the future. He stated that reaching the final was a dream for the team, giving the country a chance at history. However, while acknowledging the current strong disappointment, he insists on the need to move forward, rest, and start a new phase. Mbappé concluded that football waits for no one, and the team needs to overcome the setback and learn from it.