​France’s 2–0 victory over Morocco came with a moment of unease that briefly unsettled the celebrations. With a semifinal berth already looking secure in the 77th minute, Kylian Mbappé had to leave the field earlier than expected. A few minutes later, television footage captured him seated on the bench, his ankle wrapped in a bandage. The online chatter quickly swelled with questions: had the superstar suffered a more serious problem?
The fears appeared unfounded. France coach Didier Deschamps offered early reassurance in the immediate aftermath of the final whistle, stating that Mbappé had felt a slight pain in his ankle—a common issue when matches come thick and fast—and that nothing serious was detected. The 1998 World Cup winner emphasized that it was not a cause for concern and suggested Mbappé’s issue was a routine consequence of a demanding schedule.
Mbappé himself sought to calm supporters, posting a succinct message that he was fine. “I’m fine, I knocked my ankle, but everything is okay. At that point, Mateta was in better shape than I was to play out the rest of the match,” he said, infusing a touch of humor while confirming his readiness to continue.
As a result, Mbappé is set to return to the field for the semifinal. The question of the opponent will be resolved on Friday evening, when the other quarterfinals conclude and the France-Spain or France-Belgium matchup will become evident at 9 p.m. local time.
This report was translated into English by artificial intelligence. The original version in German is available here for readers who prefer the source language. The recap above preserves the essential details of the incident and the assurances from both Mbappé and Deschamps, while recounting the sequence of events that touched off a brief flurry of worry before being put to rest. The overarching narrative remains one of resilience and focus as France presses toward another high-stakes clash on the brink of the semifinals.