Zidane announces Mbappé's absence for Italy clash

France have received a blow with the absence of their star player Kylian Mbappé for the upcoming clash against Italy tomorrow, in the fifth round of the UEFA Nations League, due to the injury the player sustained.

Zinedine Zidane has confirmed that the coaching staff will not risk playing Kylian Mbappé in the match, stating: "We will not take a risk with him, I hope the injury is not too serious and that he will be available for us in the next game."

France will face Italy tomorrow in the fifth round, before meeting Türkiye next Sunday in the sixth round of the UEFA Nations League.

Kylian Mbappé missed national team training today due to physical issues, as the Real Madrid star worked with physiotherapists.