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Kylian Mbappe trains after injury scare ahead of semifinal against Spain

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Last updated Jul 12, 2026

Kylian Mbappe trains after injury scare ahead of semifinal against Spain

Summary

Kylian Mbappe is fit to play in France's semifinal match against Spain, following an injury scare during a recent match against Morocco. The French forward confirmed the knock was not serious, returning to training without limitations. France's center-backs Dayot Upamecano and William Saliba missed a training session, but the team's management remains optimistic about their availability for the match. The semifinal is set for Tuesday.

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•Mbappe left the field late in the match against Morocco due to an ankle injury.
•He resumed training with no restrictions, easing concerns about his fitness.
•Upamecano and Saliba's absence from training raised questions, but both are expected to be available.
•The semifinal between France and Spain takes place on Tuesday.

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7:20 AMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid star fit and firing as he shakes off injury scare ahead of France vs Spain semifinal

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Football fans are awaiting perhaps the biggest blockbuster of this World Cup so far as France take on Spain in the first semifinal on Tuesday.All eyes will be on the headline clash between Kylian Mbap...
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