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Kylian Mbappé scores in Zidane's debut but injures knee

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 1:45 PM

Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Kylian Mbappé scores in Zidane's debut but injures knee

Summary

Kylian Mbappé scored the only goal in France's 1-0 win over Türkiye on September 25, marking Zinedine Zidane’s first match as coach. The captain was substituted shortly after scoring due to a knee injury. The French Football Federation confirmed the injury as a tendon issue, leading to Mbappé's return to Real Madrid for treatment, ruling him out of upcoming Nations League matches. France's victory places them second in Group A1, trailing Belgium on goal difference.

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Status Watch

•Mbappé scored in the 54th minute of the match.
•He was substituted in the 59th minute after reporting knee discomfort.
•France secured the win despite losing their captain.
•Zidane emphasized caution regarding Mbappé's health.
•France is scheduled to play Belgium next in the Nations League.

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1:45 PMYahoo Sports — Kylian Mbappé was sent home with a knee injury after scoring in Zinedine Zidane’s France debut

What they're saying

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Kylian Mbappé scored France’s winning goal in Zinedine Zidane’s first match as national team coach before suffering a knee injury. The France captain was substituted shortly after scoring against Türkiye and sent back to Real Madrid for treatment, ruling him out of the remaining Nations League matches during the international window.
— Yahoo Sports

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